Leopold/ Di Legno/ Baroni/ Allegrezza/ Borgion - Kaiser Leopold I: Il Lutto Dell'UniversoAt the time when Isaac Newton invented the first reflecting telescope, King Leopold I reigned in Vienna and unique among most royals who appreciated music, was an active composer albeit one with a modest output. Ranging from sacred works to dance music and song, Leopold I's compositions performed on this collection by the ensemble Gambe di Legno conducted by Francesco Baroni are a fascinating listen for the context they suggest during Leopold's reign.

Mike Elizondo

who was a pioneer in broadcasting and recording in the Carolinas

including his very last song (co-written and recorded with the Welsh musician Ryland Teifi): 'Dada's Song'

midwives and nuns of Nonnatus House invite you to join them again as they try to give the best possible care to the poorest women in London's Poplar neighborhood

which became a theme running through their lyrics but is also reflected in their music

The story is self-referential on purpose: it speaks to the absurdity of ego

is the 17th

it is also a virtuoso piece representing the summit of technique and worked out to perfection

The resulting programme is an unconventional Bachian harpsichord recital

In particular the works for paired flutes reveal a fluency of style that speaks eloquently for Boismortier's fluency as a composer

which will be released on February 11

the Met presented a benefit performance to support Ukrainian citizens under attack with Yannick Nezet-Seguin conducting the Met Orchestra and Chorus and star soloists in a performance that was broadcast live globally