For a musical about the son of the ruler of the Holy Roman Empire, that ostensibly takes place in the 8th century, Pippin is surprisingly timeless and universal. After all, who has never felt that he is destined to do extraordinary things and who has never had to compromise on his ambitions? That is the underlying message of a darkly tongue-in-cheek show with a sophisticated, … [Read more...]
Intriguing new work and stellar Strauss at ACO
The Atlantic Classical Orchestra’s concert Tuesday in Palm Beach Gardens featured four works, one a world premiere, conducted by Stewart Robertson, who will retire after this season. Robertson opened this concert with a rarely heard Schubert overture, Die Freunde von Salamanka (D. 326), described in the beautifully prepared program as a singspiel, a German opera with spoken … [Read more...]