Michael Cookson

A Dresden recital of outstanding artistry and sincerity from Matthias Goerne and Alexander Schmalcz

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GermanyGermany Dresden Music Festival 2024 [6] – R. Schumann, Brahms: Matthias Goerne (baritone), Alexander Schmalcz (piano). Staatsschauspiel Dresden, 24.5.2024. (MC)

Baritone Matthias Goerne and pianist Alexander Schmalcz © Oliver Killig

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Meltzer and Dörken relish the thrill of music making in Dresden

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GermanyGermany Dresden Music Festival 2024 [5] – Beethoven, Hannah Ishizaki, Janáček, Fauré: Nathan Meltzer (violin), Danae Dörken (piano). Kronensaal, Schloss Albrechtsberg, Dresden, 23.5.2024. (MC)

Danae Dörken (piano) and Nathan Meltzer (violin) © Dresdner Musikfestspiele

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An enjoyable concert from Hélène Grimaud and the Camerata Salzburg at the Dresden Music Festival

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GermanyGermany Dresden Music Festival 2024 [3] – Beethoven, R. Schumann, Mendelssohn: Hélène Grimaud (piano), Camerata Salzburg / Giovanni Guzzo (concertmaster /direction). Kulturpalast Dresden, 20.5.2024. (MC)

Hélène Grimaud (piano), Camerata Salzburg, and Giovanni Guzzo (concertmaster) © Oliver Killig

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Simon Boccanegra was a resounding success and testament to Elder’s 24-year rejuvenation of the Hallé

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United KingdomUnited Kingdom Verdi, Simon Boccanegra (concert staging, 1857 version): Soloists, Chorus of Opera North, RNCM Opera Chorus, Hallé / Sir Mark Elder (conductor). The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester, 18.4.2024. (MC)

Sir Mark Elder conducting the Hallé © David Hughes

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