Bern Symphony Orchestra

Major Discoveries: Reznicek Symphonies 2 & 5

David Hurwitz

Reznicek’s Symphony No. 5, subtitled “Dance Symphony”, is a hoot. […]

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CD From Hell: Venzago’s Pathetic War On Bruckner Continues

David Hurwitz

The only thing worse than a conductor with no ideas

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Reinecke: Symphony No. 1

David Hurwitz

Carl Reinecke was a good composer; his basic amiability and mellifluousness has counted against him, but if you take the time to listen you will

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Slatkin’s Outstanding Tchaikovsky Ballets

David Hurwitz May 4, 2025

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Historical Gems: Milstein Plays Tchaikovsky and Dvorák

David Hurwitz May 4, 2025

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Reference Recording: Tchaikovsky’s 1st Piano Concerto–Argerich Rules

David Hurwitz May 4, 2025

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He’d received many honors before, but it wasn’t until last week that John Rutter, best known for his choral compositions and arrangements, especially works related