symphonies

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Glass’ newest work will be one of his largest symphonies and include a text by Lincoln to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

It’s a fascinating way to see songs, airs and symphonies: full of lost moments and feelings, waiting to stir within us and leap before our eyes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 23, 2026

Following the intermission Finland gave way to Denmark and its most prominent composer, Carl Nielsen, whose six symphonies remain sadly underperformed in the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 14, 2026

Tense discussions of life-altering events are matched by the diegetic decibels of smooth jazz or string symphonies.

From Salon • Sep. 25, 2025

In the Fifth and Ninth symphonies, Beethoven used the trombone as a noisemaker.

From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell