Bach N' Beats

Austin Symphony musicians mix it up with DJs at the Parish

"...This ingenious musical mash-up comes courtesy of the Austin Symphony Orchestra, which goes to show that it is..."

Sept. 27, 2018 Arts Post by Robert Faires

Robert Faires' Top 10 Dance and Classical Treasures of 2017

Much outstanding new dance and music this year took its cue from the world around us and pressing social issues

"...REDUX: A TALE OF BEAUTY AND THE BEAST (Ballet Austin) In a world of midnight intensity and unease, choreographer..."

Dec. 29, 2017 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Top 10 Ensembles of 2012

The year's most memorable groupings in classical music, dance, and theatre

"...the group's artists, we have – right here in Austin – a musical force that is on its way..."

Jan. 4, 2013 Arts Feature by Adam Roberts

Culture Flash!

Speed talking at AMOA, Correa in as ASO ED, and Ballet East needs your toys

"...hits the streets, know that you can catch former Austin artist Julie Speed in one of her rare appearances..."

Dec. 18, 2009 Arts Column by Robert Faires

The Long Center: Who's playing

Austin's new performing-arts center releases the performance schedule for its first few months

"...The countdown to the grand opening of Austin's new performing-arts center has passed the 80-day mark, and..."

Jan. 11, 2008 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Elvis Costello & the Austin Symphony Orchestra

Live Shot

"...Elvis Costello & the Austin Symphony Orchestra..."

April 14, 2006 Music Review by Raoul Hernandez

The Nutcracker

Ballet Austin's 43rd production is what you might call a big-ticket ballet, a sensational show that's all about dreams coming true

"...Every year, families in Austin dress up in everything from their nicest pair of..."

Dec. 16, 2005 Arts Review by Patti Hadad

Culture Flash!

An award for Trio Contraste, a new contract for Peter Bay, a chorus of 'New York, New York' for Kirk Lynn and Rob Nash, and benefits for 'La Pastorela' and Hyde Park Theatre

"...Chamber ensemble Trio Contraste, which includes Austinite Martha MacDonald on clarinet, was recently honored by the..."

July 29, 2005 Arts Column by Robert Faires

After a Fashion

Wanna know a 'Chronicle' secret? It runs in the family: Margaret Moser spends a lot of energy fantasizing being able to recast all the roles in 'Grease.' In this issue, Brother Stephen has some epiphanies over the possibilities of a modern remake of 'Valley of the Dolls'!

"...supper club venue (though she did perform with the Austin Symphony Orchestra on July 4th). She is poised for..."

Aug. 13, 2004 Column by Stephen MacMillan Moser

Life After the Classical Section

For two decades, he was the man Austin turned to when it wanted the best classical music on vinyl or disc, but the closing of Wherehouse Records has left Russell McCulloh with nowhere to sell Bach, Brahms, or Beethoven.

"...Wherehouse Records on Burnet Road in April: "Coming soon: Austin Breast Enlargement and Taxidermy Studio." Store regulars could guess..."

June 27, 2003 Arts Feature by Jerry Young

Austin Jazz & Arts Festival

Live Shot

"...Austin Jazz & Arts FestivalSymphony Square, October 20 Rain was..."

Oct. 25, 2002 Music Review by Michael Chamy

Romeo and Juliet

For its new production of Romeo and Juliet, Stephen Mills and a gifted company delivered the eloquence with which Shakespeare described the couple's profound passion -- without ever using the Bard's words.

"...and Juliet alive, and for the opening of Ballet Austin's 2001-02 season, Stephen Mills and a gifted company delivered..."

Nov. 2, 2001 Arts Review by Robert Faires

Articulations

Reports on The "Three 'J's" of Austin culture And Lily Tomlin At UT.

"...Only in Austin, which must always go its own way, would you..."

Oct. 8, 1999 Arts Column by Robert Faires

Articulations

Muffitt Promoted

"...In our haste last week to welcome the Austin Symphony Orchestra`s brand-new music director, Peter Bay, we neglected..."

Dec. 26, 1997 Arts Column by Robert Faires

After a Fashion

Art Institute presents a show, and the kids are all right ...

"...very special night at the Long Center, as the Austin Symphony Orchestra held its first event specifically inviting the..."

Dec. 21, 2012 Column by Stephen MacMillan Moser

The Timeline

"...1959: Grand opening of Municipal Auditorium, designed by the Austin firm Jessen, Jessen, Millhouse & Greeven. Credit for the..."

March 21, 2008 Arts Feature

Appreciating Keeshan and Acosta

"...I was the assistant conductor of the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra in New York, I was in charge of conducting..."

Feb. 3, 2004 Postmarks

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...of 600-800 employees the company seeks to move to Austin from other cities. Most if not all of these..."

Feb. 6, 2004 Column

Classical Musicians and Their Instruments

Photo Essay by Bret Brookshire

"...on the faculty of and performs frequently with the Austin Chamber Music Center and is a member of the..."

Nov. 17, 2000 Arts Feature

Allison Orr Named 2018 USA Fellow

Honor for Forklift Danceworks founder comes with $50K grant

"...Orr has spent most of her two-decade career in Austin, making dances with people who are not typically considered..."

Jan. 16, 2018 Arts Post by Robert Faires

Culture Flash! March 2016

Honors for Dietz, compassion for ASO, and China for the ballet

"...Breaking news on Austin's cultural scene this month includes national recognition for a..."

March 23, 2016 Arts Post by Robert Faires

After a Fashion

Stephen sure is getting around, hobnobbing with the bigwigs and taking in all of the faboo fall fashion fetes

"...just ask Tara Reid. Last Wednesday was the Women's Symphony League Luncheon at the Hilton. I sat at the..."

Oct. 7, 2005 Column by Stephen MacMillan Moser

Articulations

ARTS Center Stage making the Big Decision: What architect is going to transform Palmer Auditorium into the Long Center for the Performing Arts.

"...the Sioux City Art Center in Sioux City, Iowa, Symphony Center in Chicago, or LG Kangnam Art Hall in..."

Nov. 12, 1999 Arts Column by Robert Faires

Waves Coming to Shore

No artist in the last 50 years has combined dance, theatre, music, scenery, and costume into epic spectacles like Pina Bausch, and as this German visionary returns to Austin Dawn Davis explores her work and her impact on the city's Johnson / Long Dance Company.

"...universities including the University of Texas and performed in Austin three years ago, and thousands of carnations in the..."

Oct. 22, 1999 Arts Feature by Dawn Davis

The Pharcyde and Brownout’s Special Fest Collaboration and More Crucial Concerts This Week

Find Nineties alt-hip-hop pioneers and Caroline Rose at two separate benefits

"...Looking for the best shows happening in Austin this week? Check out the Chronicle music team’s handpicked..."

Nov. 10, 2023 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe

Blue Rhapsody

The kickoff to the Austin Chamber Music Center's 12th festival was as much theatre as it was concert

"...Witty comedic theatre. Operatic personal ads. A rocking jazz orchestra. Sound like an ad for the opening gala of..."

July 18, 2008 Arts Review by Michael Kellerman

ACL Music Fest Preview

"...FRIDAYBeto & the Fairlanes Noon, Austin Ventures stage..."

Sept. 15, 2006 Music Feature

Independence Day at Vic Mathias Shores

"...Independence Day celebration with the Austin Symphony Orchestra at Auditorium Shores on July 4, 2015..."

July 6, 2015 Photo Gallery

No Rockets Red Glare

Fireworks, outdoor fires banned through Independence Day

"...fireworks events have been canceled, including the massive annual Austin Symphony July 4 Concert and Fireworks on Lake Travis...."

July 4, 2011 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Anne Akiko Meyers

The world-class violinist pays a record price for a world-class violin

"...than balanced by the thrill of her new one. Austinites will have a chance to hear it live in..."

Nov. 5, 2010 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

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