Superconductor
Description
Since 2007, Superconductor has grown from an occasional concert or CD review to a near-daily publication covering classical music, opera and the arts in and around NYC, with excursions to Boston, Philadelphia, and upstate NY. And no, I'm not a conductor.
MY BLOGS
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Paul Pelkonen
http://super-conductor.blogspot.com/
Honest content and criticism of today's classical music scene.
The site includes classical music and opera reviews, CD and DVD reviews and recommendations, and the occasional opinion piece on the state of the classical music industry. The goal of Superconductor is to provide concise, well-written reviews for the classical music lover and novice alike.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 2463 )
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Concert Review: History Between His Knees
Jordi Savall at Weill Recital Hall. by Paul J. Pelkonen Jordi Savall (left) and his viola da gamba, made in 1697 when William III was King of England.Photo... Read more
Posted on 14 April 2015 CULTURE, THEATRE & OPERA -
Concert Review: The Long Dark Road
The Lord of the Rings concludes at Lincoln Center. by Paul J. Pelkonen Down with the King: Viggo Mortensen as Aragorn in The Lord of the Rings: The Return of th... Read more
Posted on 12 April 2015 CULTURE, THEATRE & OPERA -
Concert Review: The Road to Isengard
The 21st Century Orchestra and Chorus takes on The Two Towers. by Paul J. Pelkonen Gollum (played by Andy Serkis) in The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers. Read more
Posted on 10 April 2015 CULTURE, THEATRE & OPERA -
Concert Review: Husbands, Wives and Dictators
Alan Gilbert conducts the New York Philharmonic. by Paul J. Pelkonen Husband and wife: Lisa Batiashvili (left) and oboist François Leleux.Photo courtesy the... Read more
Posted on 09 April 2015 CULTURE, THEATRE & OPERA -
Concert Review: A Journey in the Dark
The 21st Century Orchestra and Chorus plays The Fellowship of the Ring. by Paul J. Pelkonen Sir Ian McKellen as Gandalf in The Lord of the Rings: The... Read more
Posted on 08 April 2015 CULTURE, THEATRE & OPERA -
Recordings Review: The Glove Slap
Tenor Bryan Hymel revives the French heroic tenor repertory. by Paul J. Pelkonen Tenor Bryan Hymel.Photo by Dario Acosta © 2015 Warner Classics. Read more
Posted on 07 April 2015 CULTURE, THEATRE & OPERA -
Concerning Hobbits, Wizards and Leitmotifs
An introduction to the other Ring cycle. by Paul J. Pelkonen Frodo Baggins (Elijah Wood, center) Sam Gamgee (Sean Astin, left) and Gollum (Andy Serkis,... Read more
Posted on 06 April 2015 CULTURE, THEATRE & OPERA -
Recordings Review: The Power of the Dude
Gustavo Dudamel's Mahler Ninth and Seventh. by Paul J. Pelkonen Gustavo Dudamel. Photo by Chris Lee. In today's dwindling music industry, symphony recordings ar... Read more
Posted on 06 April 2015 CULTURE, THEATRE & OPERA -
Opera Review: The Fire This Time
The Metropolitan Opera revives Don Carlo. by Paul J. Pelkonen Bass-off: King Philip (Ferrucio Furlanetto, right) pleads with the Grand Inquisitor (James... Read more
Posted on 04 April 2015 CULTURE, THEATRE & OPERA -
Concert Review: The Piano and the Pedagogue
Murray Perahia returns in recital at Carnegie Hall. by Paul J. Pelkonen The pianist Murray Perahia returned to Carnegie Hall on Wednesday night. Read more
Posted on 03 April 2015 CULTURE, THEATRE & OPERA -
Opera Review: The Globe Beneath the Orb
Gotham Chamber Opera offers The Tempest Songbook. by Paul J. Pelkonen Thomas Richards (seated) and Jennifer Zetlan (standing) in a scene from Gotham Chamber... Read more
Posted on 02 April 2015 CULTURE, THEATRE & OPERA -
Concert Review: A Ride on the Orient Express
The Philharmonic premieres John Adams' Scheherazade.2. by Paul J. Pelkonen A woman against the masses: violinist Leila Josefowicz at the New York... Read more
Posted on 01 April 2015 CULTURE, THEATRE & OPERA -
Famous Composer Found in Bronx
Anton Bruckner discovered near Bruckner Boulevard. by Paul J. Pelkonen Out on the Boulevard: composer Anton Bruckner. A small elderly man that has been missing... Read more
Posted on 01 April 2015 CULTURE, THEATRE & OPERA -
Concert Review: Beginning at the Beginning
The American Symphony Orchestra plays early works by major Romantics. by Paul J. Pelkonen Conductor and college president Leon Botstein.Photo © American Symphon... Read more
Posted on 30 March 2015 CULTURE, THEATRE & OPERA -
Concert Review: In Praise of the Creator
Conor Hanick and the Met Museum celebrate Pierre Boulez. by Paul J. Pelkonen The pianist Conor Hanick. Photo by Jonathan Waiter There is no living figure in... Read more
Posted on 30 March 2015 CULTURE, THEATRE & OPERA -
The Dude Continues to Abide
An update on the current conducting carousel. by Paul J. Pelkonen Looking California: Gustavo Dudamel has signed an extension in the City of Angels.Photo of... Read more
Posted on 27 March 2015 CULTURE, THEATRE & OPERA -
Opera Review: The Bloodless Bride
Lucia di Lammermoor returns at the Met. by Paul J. Pelkonen She's not the marrying kind: Albina Shagimuratova as Lucia di Lammermoor.Photo by Cory Weaver ©... Read more
Posted on 26 March 2015 CULTURE, THEATRE & OPERA -
Opera Preview: The Tempest Songbook
The Gotham Chamber Opera rehearses up a storm. by Paul J. Pelkonen Director Luca Veggeti (back to camera) gives direction to Jennifer Zetlan (left) and... Read more
Posted on 25 March 2015 CULTURE, THEATRE & OPERA -
Happy Birthday, Pierre Boulez!
The super conductor turns 90. Here is a list of his best recordings. by Paul J. Pelkonen Pierre Boulez. "I love to conduct but I feel that it is no longer... Read more
Posted on 23 March 2015 CULTURE, THEATRE & OPERA -
Concert Review: Dreams Into Action
The St. Louis Symphony returns to Carnegie Hall. by Paul J. Pelkonen David Robertson. Photo by Keith Saunders © 2015 the Sydney Symphony Orchestra. Read more
Posted on 23 March 2015 CULTURE, THEATRE & OPERA
