A quartet's bold exploration of Bartok Apr 4, 2008
The approach might, at least partially, be a result of the quartet's period of study with the Alban Berg Quartet, the fabled Viennese ensemble that made an art form of tonal refinement. This isn't to say that the Belcea misses out on the grittier aspects of the composer's language. (Boston Globe)
Photo Gallery Feb 21, 2008
The globally recognized and award winning classical string quartet, the Alban Berg Quartet, will be performing a concert tonight, 8 p.m. at Cornell University's Bailey Hall ... The globally recognized and award winning classical string quartet, the Alban Berg Quartet, will be performing a concert tonight, 8 p.m. at Cornell University's Bailey Hall. (Ithaca Times, NY)
Arnold Schoenberg: Tonality Nov 22, 2007
This was further developed by his pupils Alban Berg and Anton von Webern. Schoenberg founded Society for Private Musical Performances, to help avant-garde composers. (Suite101.com)
Radius Ensemble leaves lasting impression Nov 19, 2007
Diaz and Richman, along with cellist Miriam Bolkosky, backed Montbach in Benjamin Britten's "Phantasy Quartet"; while Montbach shaped the architecture with long, unfussy phrases, the similarly etched string timbre brought out the work's expressionist qualities, a reminder that the 18-year-old Britten harbored an unrequited desire to study with Alban Berg. DiDonato, Montbach, and Egozy were joined by bassoonist Gregory Newton, hornist Jason White, and pianist Sarah Bob for Francis Poulenc's... (Boston Globe)
Alsop makes her case for the classics Sep 7, 2007
The Shriver Hall Concert Series is preparing to host such auditory luminaries as the Berlin Philharmonic Wind Quintet Sept. 30; Trio Jean Paul Oct. 14; pianist Yefim Bronfman Dec. 9; baritone Nathan Gunn and pianist Julie Gunn Jan. 13; cellist Alban Gerhardt and pianist Cecile Licad Feb. 3; Alban Berg Quartet Feb. 24; pianist Pierre-Laurent Aimard March 16; Choir of King's College Cambridge April 13; and some tantalizing non-subscription concerts. Call the Shriver Hall Concert Series at... (Howard County Times, MD)
From famous lit to the orchestra pit Jul 23, 2007
Alban Berg based works such as Lulu on German plays ... Alban Berg based his operas Wozzeck and Lulu on German plays. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
East Neuk comes of age as a home of chamber music Jul 6, 2007
Over two of the days, the legendary Alban Berg Quartet was in residence. Their final recital at St Andrews' spacious Holy Trinity Church was a poignant affair. (Scotsman)
* Events & Entertainment May 25, 2007
For over thirty years the Alban Berg Quartet has performed regularly in music capitals and major festivals throughout the world. Since its inception, the Alban Berg Quartet have been prolific recording artists and have received over thirty major international awards ... Press reviews for the Alban Berg Quartet confirm their reputation. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Tower of power Apr 23, 2007
The set for Alban Berg's Wozzeck is unlike anything ever seen at San Diego Opera ... Wozzeck by Alban Berg Final performance 2 p.m. today at the Civic Theatre downtown (619) 533-7000 or. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
A truly original opera makes a rare appearance Apr 21, 2007
Composer Alban Berg feverishly spoke these words after attending the Viennese premiere of the play "Wozzeck," by the German dramatist Georg B chner , in May 1914. By "someone," of course, Berg meant himself, and eight years after seeing the play, he had produced one of the most searingly original operas ever composed, a summit of 20th-century music. (Boston Globe -- Living)
20th century Vienna Classics Apr 19, 2007
Opening the concerts will be Gidon Kremer and the Viennna Philharmonic who will play Alban Berg s violin concerto To the Memory of an Angel. Then the New York Philharmonic Orchestra under Lorin Maazel will perform music by Bart;k, Ravel and Stravinsky, the San Franscisco Symphony Orchestra will offer Richard Strauss s tone poem Thus Spake Zarathustra and the Wunderhorn songs by Mahler featuring soloist Thomas Hampson. (Suite101.com)
Alban Berg Quartet returns to Hong Kong with rich repertoire Apr 13, 2007
Regarded as one of the great chamber ensembles of the world, the Alban Berg Quartet will give its first concert in in May since its performing at the opening of the Hong Kong Cultural Center in 1989 ... Concert by Alban Berg Quartet is one of the programs in "Encore Series" presented by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government. (People's Daily Online, China)
Vienna Features Cultural Events Apr 10, 2007
During the opening concert of the event, Gidon Kremer, along with the Vienna Philharmonic, will play To the Memory of an Angel, the violin concerto by Alban Berg. Lorin Maazel will direct the New York Philharmonic Orchestra in pieces by Bartok, Ravel and Stravinsky. (Suite101.com)
On Stage: 'Lulu' Apr 3, 2007
" The play was banned (it was only produced once in Wedekind's lifetime, at a private showing in 1905), emerging in 1928, when it became a now-celebrated German silent film, "Pandora's Box," directed by G.W. Pabst. The film starred American actress Louise Brooks, who gave an extraordinarily fresh and vivid performance. (A new Criterion Collection DVD with extras is out.) An Alban Berg opera version was produced in the '30s. Other rare stage productions include one presented by Lee Brauer at the... (CTNow.com)
The CD Is Dead!: Mar 29, 2007
And in the meantime, there's still money to be made selling discs loaded with the music of Josh Groban, Alban Berg, and Rod Stewart. Related in SlateIn February, Brendan Koerner discussed. (Slate)
Australian String Quartet, City Recital Hall, March 7 Mar 8, 2007
Berg's Lyric Suite, dedicated to their mentors, the Alban Berg Quartet, was played with exemplary care though would benefit from even more romantic flexibility and delirious excess. send photos, videos ffs to 0424 SMS SMH (+61 424 767 764), or us. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Opera review: Saturation of senses Feb 20, 2007
OPERA REVIEW Multiple senses are saturated by cast, set. By Grace Leslie UNION-TRIBUNE. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Seduced by 'Samson and Delilah' Feb 17, 2007
Wozzeck by Alban Berg: Bass Franz Hawlata, the world's leading Wozzeck, stars in this new production of the daring opera, directed by La Jolla Playhouse's Tony-winning Des McAnuff. 7 p.m. April 14 and 17; 8 p.m. April 20; 2 p.m. April 22. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Admit it - you really hate modern art Jan 30, 2007
Viennese atonal composer Alban Berg (1885-1935) had a European hit in his 1925. Continued 1. (Asia Times Online)
