Golda Schultz brings intelligence and charm to Philadelphia recital

By Cameron Kelsall, 19 January 2022

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“The lush, Impressionistic musical world of Nadia Boulanger complemented Schultz’s mellow tone”

Reviewed at Kimmel Center, Perelman Theater, Philadelphia on 18 January 2022

Schumann C., Liebst du um Schönheit, Op.12 no.2

Schumann C., Warum willst du and're fragen, Op.12 no.3

Works by Schumann C.

Clarke, The Tiger

Clarke, The Seal Man

Works by Clarke

Mayer, Erlkönig

Works by Mayer

Mayer, Du bist wie eine Blume

Boulanger, Cantique

Works by Boulanger

Tagg, This be her verse

Tagg, Wedding

Tagg, Single Bed

Beach, I Send My Heart Up to Thee

Golda Schultz, Soprano

Jonathan Ware, Piano

Geliebt um Schönheit: Golda Schultz und Jonathan Ware in München

Michael Vieth, 13th July

Im Rahmen der Opernfestspiele wusste die Sopranistin Golda Schultz, sonst gefeierter Opernstar, auch als hinreißende Liedsängerin zu beeindrucken.

*****

A monumental Eighth from Klaus Mäkelä and the Royal Concertgebouw

Clare Varney, 18th May

Time stands still in Amsterdam as seven soloists and four choirs join forces with the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra for one of Mahler's greatest challenges, his Eighth Symphony.

*****

French music gilded by Golda Schultz at the BBC Proms

Mark Valencia, 4th September

Stéphane Denève conducts the BBC Symphony Orchestra and Chorus in music by Fauré, Boulanger and Ravel.

****1

Strong performances counter Gloger's “clever” Così fan tutte

Nick Boston, 26th June

Golda Schultz leads a fine cast in the fourth revival of Jan Philipp Gloger's Royal Opera production.

***11

Outstanding Golda Schultz enhances New York Philharmonic concert

Edward Sava-Segal, 31st January

The evening's other soloist, Francesco Piemontesi, captivates the audience with his elegant and assured playing in Mozart.

****1

Barrie Kosky delivers a devastating Carmélites at Glyndebourne

Dominic Lowe, 10th June

Brought to life by some sensational singing from a strong cast, Kosky's staging delivers repeated emotional punches.

*****

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Cameron Kelsall

Cameron Kelsall is a classical music critic and cultural reporter. He has written for Bachtrack since 2019, and his byline has appeared in many national and international classical music publications. Based in Philadelphia, he regularly travels around the United States for musical events. In addition to his career in journalism, Cameron also teaches in the Theatre Arts program at the University of Pennsylvania. He is also a certified sommelier and avid home cook. His favorite composer is Mahler. Twitter: @CameronPKelsall.

Golda Schultz brings intelligence and charm to Philadelphia solo recital debut