War brings new iron curtain down on Russia’s storied ballet stages
Ballet has long been a symbol of Russian culture. Now it is becoming a symbol of Russian isolation
Ballet has long been a symbol of Russian culture. Now it is becoming a symbol of Russian isolation
Dehumanising Russians and denying individual autonomy are among Putin’s chief objectives
Concerts, dance recitals and exhibitions pulled over Vladimir Putin’s war
Valery Gergiev and the London Symphony Orchestra concentrate on the big picture
Shostakovich: Symphony No 9; Violin Concerto No 1Leonidas Kavakos (violin), Mariinsky Orchestra/Valery GergievMariinsky MAR 05243
Step-in conductor Francis here proves to be efficient and clear but ultimately disappointing
In person, outspoken Russian conductor Vasily Petrenko has a self-confidence that comes across as disarmingly matter-of-fact
Barry Banks (tenor), London Philharmonic Choir, London Symphony Chorus, London Symphony Orchestra/Colin DavisLSO Live LSO 0729
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