Feature: Weisgall at City Opera- The Making of an American Masterpiece - 11/3/09 New York City Opera officially begins its 2009-10 season at the newly renovated David H. Koch Theater Nov. 7 with Hugo Weisgall's Esther. Olivia Giovetti explores the history behind the piece and reflects on the composer's relationship with City Opera.
Instrument Profile: The Bassoon - 11/2/09 In this fourth installment in a series of in-depth looks at the individual instruments, Pamela Holloway speaks with Dallas Symphony Orchestra Principal Bassoonist Wilfred Roberts.
A Conversation With Thomas Hampson; NY Phil Residency Kicks Off Nov. 2 - 10/30/09 Thomas Hampson begins his New York Philharmonic residency with a Nov. 2 lecture and subsequent Nov. 5-10 concerts at Avery Fisher Hall. He chats here about his work with the Phil and other current projects.
Houston Ballet: The Fledgling Years 1967-1976 - 10/30/09 As Houston Ballet celebrates its 40th anniversary, Carl Cunningham looks back at a turbulent period in the company's development: 1967-76.
