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Bowerbird and the Pig Iron School present Bartok’s Monster
Drowning out the music
The music of Béla Bartok speaks better than its pretentious interlocutors in Bartok’s Monster, a collaboration of Sebastienne Mundheim and the Pig Iron School, inspired by Penn lecturer Jay Kirk’s book. Cameron Kelsall reviews.
Reviews
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BSR Classical Interludes, January 2024
Nomadic Rhapsodies, the Daedalus Quartet, and Bach
Previewing the year’s first upcoming musical performances in the area, including offerings from Delaware Symphony, Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia, Penn Live Arts, and more. Gail Obenreder previews.
Previews
3 minute read
The Philadelphia Chamber Music Society presents BalletX with pianist Michelle Cann
A welcome collaboration
For its second collaboration with BalletX, PCMS welcomed choreography by Matthew Neenan and Jamar Roberts alongside pianist Michelle Cann. Camille Bacon-Smith reviews.
Reviews
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The Philadelphia Orchestra presents All Mozart with Gil Shaham
A leading soloist
Top American violinist Gil Shaham joined the Philadelphia Orchestra for two Mozart violin concertos, plus two rarely performed short works, combining technical wizardry with personal grace and good humor. Linda Holt reviews.
Reviews
3 minute read
A look back at Philly's 2023 cultural scene through the eyes of local artist Chuck Schultz
Capturing Philly performances in original drawings
Philly artist Chuck Schultz has been in the audience at concerts, plays, and dance performances throughout 2023. Now, he shares the performances through his own eyes in this one-of-a-kind BSR gallery.
Essays
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Philth Media and 4333 Collective present Philthfest 2023
Celebrating independent music in Philadelphia
A one-day independent music festival featuring bands of many genres that benefits organizations advocating for LGBTQ+ rights. Natalie Layne previews.
Previews
2 minute read
BSR Classical Interludes, December 2023, part 2
Tuba Christmas, baroque tunes for the new year, and more
The final Classical Interludes of the year features offerings from The Crossing, Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia, Lyric Fest, Choral Arts, and a performance with over 100 tuba players. Gail Obenreder previews.
Previews
3 minute read
Capturing the Philadelphia sound with Samori Coles
A Lil’ Drummaboy with big dreams
Coming ahead of his new podcast launch, Lil’ Drummaboy Recordings founder Samori Coles talks about the history behind the studio, his aspirations in expanding the space, and what makes Philly music special. Lowry Yankwich profiles.
Profiles
4 minute read
Piffaro presents Christmas in Southern Germany
Old music, fresh performance
Piffaro celebrates the season by treating audiences to Christmas in Southern Germany, an uplifting and accessible multi-instrumental deep dive into sacred works of the 16th and 17th century. Gail Obenreder reviews.
Reviews
4 minute read
Celebrating 125 years of Deutsche Grammophon with Philadelphia Orchestra
An anniversary soirée at the Orchestra
The music recording label opens a global celebration of 125 years, and the only soirée of its kind happening in the US is right on Broad Street. Cameron Kelsall previews.
Previews
3 minute read