Audra McDonald, versatile star of stage and screen, joined the Utah Symphony for two performances this weekend at Abravanel Hall. Having attended her concert with the Utah Symphony in the spring of 2018, I knew that she would deliver a fantastic performance, so I was excited to hear her again on Friday night. Her singing... Continue Reading →
I attended Saturday night's Utah Symphony concert which included Mozart's Overture to Don Giovanni, K. 527, Beethoven's "Emperor" Piano Concerto (Piano Concerto No. 5 in E-flat Major, Op. 73) , and Prokofiev's Symphony No. 5 in B-flat Major, Op. 100. Even though I have a passing familiarity with all three composers, the music on the... Continue Reading →
"A symphony must be like the whole world. It must contain everything." Gustav Mahler The Utah Symphony's performances on May 26-27, 2023 marked the end of an era: Thierry Fischer concluded his 14-year tenure as the organization's Music Director. When the symphony selected Fischer in 2009, they gave him a clear directive and trusted him... Continue Reading →
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