Janowski At 73 – 63 More Days With Bruckner And Me

Day 22: Symphony No. 4 in E Flat Major (Janowski)

March 17, 2017 by Bill Leave a Comment

This morning, I am listening to Anton Bruckner’s Symphony No. 4 in E Flat Major (WAB 104), nicknamed “Romantic,” interpreted by Polish-born German conductor Marek Janowski (1939-). Maestro Janowski’s orchestra is Orchestre de la Suisse Romande. The following bears repeating since it plays a role in the experience of listening to this morning’s symphony: the … [Read more…]

Day 9: Symphony No. 2 in C Minor (Janowski)

March 4, 2017 by Bill Leave a Comment

My “office” this morning: Starbucks, the iconic coffee shop that’s as snooty and hipster as they come. My dutiful wife sits nearby, ostensibly to work. But she’s actually just farting around on her smart phone. Still, it’s nice to have someone with me for a change. This morning, I am listening to Anton Bruckner’s Symphony … [Read more…]