London Philharmonic Orchestra’s ‘My Homeland’ is a stellar experience thanks to Kirill Gerstein

United KingdomUnited Kingdom Rimsky-Korsakov, Rachmaninov, Smetana: Kirill Gerstein (piano), London Philharmonic Orchestra / Nikolaj Szeps-Znaider (conductor). Royal Festival Hall, Southbank Centre, London, 10.2.2023. (JC)

Nikolaj Szeps-Znaider conducts pianist Kirill Gerstein and the London Philharmonic Orchestra © LPO

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New York Festival of Song celebrates Steven Blier’s 50+ years on stage

United StatesUnited States Various – ‘Amor: A Celebration of Steven Blier’s First 50 Years Onstage’: Lucia Bradford (mezzo-soprano), Michael Spyres (baritenor), Federico de Michelis (bass-baritone), William Socolof (bass-baritone), Steven Blier, Shawn Tang, John Musto (piano). New York Festival of Song, Merkin Concert Hall, New York, 15.2.2023. (RP)

Michael Spyres (baritenor) and Steven Blier (piano) © Cherylynn Tsushima

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