by Various Artists Mahler: Symphony No. 9 —Berlin Staatskapelle Orchestra: Daniel Barenboim, conductor. Barenboim has been dogged by accusations of superficiality as an interpreter. I cannot imagine anyone pinning that label on this glorious, blazing performance. Barenboim and this superb orchestra completely get this score, in full sync with the deep, even frightening passion of […]
Peter Burwasser
When Peter Burwasser isn't penning reviews for the *Journal*, he writes for *Philadelphia City Paper.*
