David Bratman is a librarian who lives with his lawfully wedded soprano and a wall full of symphony recordings. Articles By This Author Review S.F. Symphony Sublime in Two Enigmatic Sibelius Works David Bratman - June 25, 2018 Daniil Trifonov proves the perfect partner for a relaxed Rachmaninoff concerto. Review Telegraph Quartet's "Relentless" Playing Energizes a New Robert Sirota Composition David Bratman - May 22, 2018 The pulse of the human heart is central to Telegraph's approach to three quartets at Noe Valley. Review Italy, According to the French, at S.F. Symphony David Bratman - May 15, 2018 Stéphane Denève leads a compelling performance, and Gautier Capuçon is the soloist. Review Haydn’s Great Creation Coalesces at Symphony Silicon Valley David Bratman - May 8, 2018 The oratorio comes together with excellent soloists and choral contributions. Review Refinement Trumps Drama With Paul Lewis and the S.F. Symphony David Bratman - April 16, 2018 A delicate reading of a Beethoven concerto pairs nicely with Daniel Harding's stately take on Richard Strauss's Alpine Symphony. Feature S.F. Bach Choir Hosts Discussion of Bach's Music and Religious Intolerance David Bratman - April 10, 2018 In preparation for its performances of the St. John Passion, SFBC convened a panel to talk about the issue of anti-Semitism in historical context. Review San José Chamber Orchestra Explores Nature and Humankind David Bratman - March 27, 2018 In a brilliantly curated concert, the SJCO offers meditations on climate change, humanity and technology, and the natural world. Review Jon Nakamatsu and Symphony Silicon Valley Go Big and Bold David Bratman - March 20, 2018 A vibrant program of challenging works benefited from superb solos and energetic conducting by Carlos Vieu. Review An All-American Outing With the Peninsula Symphony David Bratman - March 20, 2018 Howard Hanson's "Romantic" is the standout in a program that included works by Bernstein, Copland, and Nancy Bloomer Deussen. Review Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra Celebrates Arcangelo Corelli and His Acolytes David Bratman - March 13, 2018 Works from Corelli, Georg Muffat, and George Frideric Handel explore variations on the concerto grosso form. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 … Next › Next page Last » Last page