Edward Ortiz is an arts and science writer who has written for The Sacramento Bee, The Boston Globe, and The Providence Journal. He is also a contributor to Symphony Magazine and www.newmusicbox.org. Articles By This Author Review China Philharmonic Shines on a Quigang Chen Composition Edward Ortiz - December 6, 2016 After a promising opening, the orchestra fizzles on Dvořák. Review Sandbox Percussion’s Infectious Enthusiasm Edward Ortiz - November 7, 2016 Like overgrown kids playing in a sandbox, this percussion ensemble played a concert of new music that lifted spirits and attracted some young fans. Review America is Beautiful in Ethel’s Documerica Edward Ortiz - October 11, 2016 Eight different composers, four musicians, 2,000 pictures of America, one enthralling experience. Preview Gordon Getty and the "Man Who Taught America to Sing" Edward Ortiz - July 17, 2015 The composer talks about how Fred Waring influenced his choral works, which are being performed at the Festival Del Sole in Napa this weekend. Review Sacramento Philharmonic Makes Its Comeback with a “Resurrection” Edward Ortiz - June 30, 2015 The Philharmonic’s performance marks the beginning of a new era for the orchestra. Review Tanya Tagaq Creates Mesmerizing Score for Nanook Edward Ortiz - March 17, 2015 The Inuit throat singer brings emotional depth to the landmark 1922 documentary. Review Anonymous 4 Revisit Music of the Civil War Edward Ortiz - March 10, 2015 Touring behind the release of 1865, their last album together, Anonymous 4 focused on a classic repertoire of American song. Review Tenor Brian Jagde Beyond Impressive in Mondavi Recital Edward Ortiz - February 21, 2015 The American tenor masters every moment in his spectacular solo recital debut. Review Orchestre de la Suisse Romande Turns Heads At Mondavi Center Edward Ortiz - February 15, 2015 After two decades away, Geneva's Orchestre de la Suisse Romande returns and triumphs on their U.S. tour at UC Davis. Review Empyrean Ensemble Debuts Works By Melinda Wagner Edward Ortiz - February 3, 2015 The Empyrean Ensemble presented new works by Pulitzer Prize-winner Melinda Wagner and UC Davis composers at the 2015 Music and Words Festival. Pagination 1 2 3 4 Next › Next page Last » Last page
