I reviewed the Kansas City Choral for The Kansas City Star. This was their first performance after their Grammy Award win for their 2012 album "Life and Breath: Choral Works by René Clausen."
REVIEW: Jonathan Biss at the Folly Theater
I reviewed pianist Jonathan Biss's second recital for his project "Schumann: Under the Influence" for The Kansas City Star.
REVIEW: Lyric Opera “The Flying Dutchman”
I reviewed the Lyric Opera's production of Wagner's "The Flying Dutchman" for The Kansas City Star.
NSFW JAZZ
On January 27, 2013, the notorious KC band Jazz Discharge meandered up on the stage of the RecordBar, effectively sabotaging Snuff Jazz’s gig with keyboardist Brian Hass, to present a surprise tribute/roast in honor of my husband’s 30th birthday. They all wore pathetically ugly sweaters. It’s taken me a month to try to write about it because,... Continue Reading →
REVIEW: Kansas City Symphony with Christine Brewer
I reviewed the Kansas City Symphony, with guest vocalist Christine Brewer, for The Kansas City Star.
REVIEW: KCSymphony with Bobby Watson
I reviewed the Kansa City Symphony with saxophonist Bobby Watson and his All Star Big Band for The Kansas City Star.
REVIEW: A Modern Night at the Folly
I reviewed "A Modern Night at the Folly" for The Kansas City Star. This was the tenth anniversary performance of City in Motion's choreographer showcase.
REVIEW: KCSymphony with Garrick Ohlssohn
I reviewed pianist Garrick Ohlssohn with the Kansas City Symphony for The Kansas City Star. They played Dvorak Symphony No. 6 for the first half, earning a standing ovation. The second half featured American composers Aaron Copeland and George Gershwin, for their seminal works "Piano Concerto" and "Rhapsody in Blue," respectively.
REVIEW: Danielle de Niese and Cameron Stowe in recital
I reviewed soprano Danielle de Niese and pianist Cameron Stowe in recital at the Folly Theater for The Kansas City Star. They performed as part of the Harrimon-Jewell Series. I can't help it - every time I see a singer touch a piano I think of this:
The Science of Rock ‘n’ Roll
Kansas City often boasts it's jazz heritage, but the musical scene doesn't discriminate. We have it all, with a population to support it and the enthusiasm to sustain. The latest thing on the scene is Union Station's "The Science of Rock 'n' Roll" exhibit, the world premiere presentation in a touring show here through May, where the visitors... Continue Reading →
Proust Eats a Sandwich 