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The Philadelphia Orchestra presents The Muppet Christmas Carol
A frog, a pig, and Constantine Kitsopoulos
The Philadelphia Orchestra scores the 1992 film live this week, and it has us wondering: what Muppet do you relate to the most? Gabrielle Kaplan-Mayer previews.
Previews
3 minute read
BSR Holiday Classical Interludes, December 2024
Scoring the holiday
Holiday music outside of the (beloved) carols and Mariah Carey stratosphere happening in the Philly area this December. Gail Obenreder previews.
Previews
4 minute read
Dolce Suono presents Great Arrangements
Variations beyond Bach
Great Arrangements by Dolce Suono made for a compelling afternoon of chamber music, featuring arrangements of well-known and less-well-known works that differed from the composer’s original vision. Gail Obenreder reviews.
Reviews
4 minute read
BSR Classical Interludes, December 2024
'Tis the season
Classical music offerings from the first half of December in Philly and the greater area. Gail Obenreder previews.
Previews
3 minute read
Meet the young Philly singers who help make The Nutcracker magical
The voices behind the Philadelphia Ballet’s “Waltz of the Snowflakes”
Each year, Philadelphia Ballet's Nutcracker is a holiday destination for area families. Camille Bacon-Smith takes us behind the scenes to meet the young singers who make the show stand out.
Features
6 minute read
BSR Classical Interludes, more music in November 2024
From Italy to Delaware, the legend of Fairmount String Quartet, and more
LyricFest, Delaware Symphony, the Fairmount String Quartet, and others close out November with classical offerings in the Philly area. Gail Obenreder previews.
Previews
4 minute read
Media veteran Gabriel Coan’s next venture is a new record shop in Fairmount
A space for discovery and connection through music
Gabriel Coan has spent almost 30 years in the media business from coast to coast. Now he calls his new record shop in Fairmount, Records Forever, the best job he’s ever had. Emma Riverso visits.
Features
3 minute read
BSR Classical Interludes, November 2024
Tea with Mimi, Grant Youngblood and Marvin Mills, and one more from Astral Artists
Getting tea with Mimi Stillman, seeing the future with Philadelphia Youth Orchestra, and saying goodbye to Astral Artists. Gail Obenreder previews.
Previews
4 minute read
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Piffaro and TENET present Triomphi: Petrarch’s Triumphs Expressed in Music of the Italian Renaissance
A musical tribute to the founder of Humanism
In a glorious season opener, Renaissance band Piffaro and the vocalists of TENET explored the musical world of the great poet Francesco Petrarch, including his unfulfilled lifelong love. Gail Obenreder reviews.
Reviews
5 minute read
BSR Classical Interludes, October 17-31, 2024
More classical music in the Philly area
Offerings from Pyxis Piano Trio, Philadelphia Chamber Music Society, Jasper String Quartet, and more round out the rest of the month. Gail Obenreder previews.
Previews
3 minute read