The Top 10 Piano Concertos Written Since 1960: Part II

Annnd we're back with Part II. The five pieces listed here show a pretty amazing spectrum of what's possible in the piano concerto genre, and they're full of incredible moments. Savor these pieces. Think about them. At the end of the list I've got a few Honorable Mentions. Witold Lutoslawski – Piano Concerto (1987) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cXQ1fgmUIPY... Continue Reading →

Contemporary Spotlight – Joan Tower: Ivory and Ebony

Several times a month I get the opportunity to look through newly released contemporary music publications, either through my own projects or those of my colleagues. As a composer myself and general new-music enthusiast, I figured I’d promote some of this music by living, working composers. Joan Tower has had a long, illustrious career, with... Continue Reading →

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