Tharaud and Krivine enlighten Paris with Ravel and Bartók

An all-day Beethoven experience European style with both highs and lows: much diversity revealed and exploited but of variable quality.

Daredevil piano playing and luscious Stravinsky at the 47th Istanbul Music Festival.

It is said that whilst developing a successful career as a violinist, the young Emmanuel Krivine was advised by the distinguished conductor Karl Böhm to further pursue his passion for conducting. Thankfully, Krivine took heed of such advice, or we would not today have what is undoubtedly one of Europe’s finest conductors.

The Robeco Summer Concerts at the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam have for years now allowed lovers of classical music to still enjoy live music in the middle of summer when most orchestras are travelling or on a break. This year’s line-up is as impressive as ever, with many international orchestras gracing Amsterdam with their presence.

Gustavo Gimeno dirigió un concierto extremo en los afectos y sobresaliente en lo musical con Denis Kozhukhin como protagonista de la primera parte del programa.

Gustavo Gimeno interpreta un Mahler intenso y solemne en el Palacio de Carlos V de la Alhambra.