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Metta Quintet with Special Guest

by Megan Browne Helm

Metta Quintet with Special Guest

Wed, Jan 21, 2009

Watching a jazz combo on a large stage, in a theater, is still a novel approach and although experiencing jazz in its natural habitat, bars, clubs and dives, offers the listener the chance to have a drink, tap toes and dance, it isn’t an appropriate venue for children.

Stern Conducts Mahler

by Gayle G. Hathorne

Stern Conducts Mahler

Sat, Jan 24, 2009

Mahler’s Symphony No. 1 filled the second half of the program, in what can be rightfully claimed a triumph for the Kansas City Symphony.

In Good Company: Chen Yi, Chanticleer and Shanghai Quartet

by Sarah Tyrrell

In Good Company: Chen Yi, Chanticleer and Shanghai Quartet

Wed, Jan 21, 2009

he program was packed with stimulating pieces that required much of the listener and that proved great works of art present many questions while offering valuable dividends.

Midori and Jarvi: Compelling Kansas City Symphony Concert

by Gayle G. Hathorne

Midori and Jarvi: Compelling Kansas City Symphony Concert

Wed, Jan 14, 2009

The Brahms concerto, acknowledged to be one of the most physically demanding in the violin repertoire, was tackled masterfully by the beautiful and petite Midori, whose vivid athleticism was matched by a mature musical interpretation that would have wowed the master Brahms.

KCM VID: Owen/Cox Dance Group

by KCM Staff

Tue, Oct 28, 2008

Brad Cox talks about an upcoming performance of the Owen/Cox Dance Group.

Roby Lakotas: Deal with the Devil

by Beau Bledsoe

Roby Lakotas: Deal with the Devil

Sun, Jan 25, 2009

With the exception of a few melancholic heart-breakers, the ensemble played music so fast and furious that one felt as if they were on a reckless horseback ride for over two galloping hours.

Songs of Passion and Fury

by Don Dagenais

Songs of Passion and Fury

Wed, Jan 21, 2009

Each time DiDonato appears here, she seems to have gained not only in vocal pyrotechnics but also in dramatic stage presence.

Joshua Bell and Jeremy Denk in Recital

by Lee Goodman

Joshua Bell and Jeremy Denk in Recital

Wed, Jan 14, 2009

Bell is more than just a pretty face. This guy has it all. Interesting recital programs, impeccable and virtuosic technique and most importantly, he makes something of the music he is playing.

The Hyperion Romantic Concerto Series

by Lee Goodman

The Hyperion Romantic Concerto Series

Thu, Jan 01, 2009

Believe it or not, there were scores of other fine composers during the Romantic era who wrote very accessible piano concertos that were quite popular in their day.

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