Randall Goosby proves refined soloist in Buffalo

By Timothy Robson, 10 February 2021

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“Randall Goosby’s clear tone and limpid phrasing proved to be ideal”

Reviewed at Kleinhans Music Hall, Buffalo on 9 February 2021

Zwilich, Prologue and Variations

Chevalier de Saint-George, Violin Concerto in G major, Op.8 no.2

Debussy, Danses sacrée et profane

Mozart, Symphony no. 29 in A major, K201 (K186a)

Randall Goosby, Violin

Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra

JoAnn Falletta, Conductor

Madeline Olson, Harp

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Timothy Robson

We are saddened to learn of the death of Tim Robson, a long-time Bachtrack contributor (2012-21). Tim was an organist in Cleveland, Ohio and his repertoire extended to all musical periods, with a special interest in contemporary music. As a blogger he was a regular contributor to ClevelandClassical.com. In his parallel career as a librarian, Tim was Associate Director for Academic Engagement at the Kelvin Smith Library of Case Western Reserve University. Our condolences to his family.

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