Contemporary

The often meditative music included the world premiere of a substantial new work for two pianos, two percussionists, and viola.

YMCG focuses on young artists, offering educational activities and cross-cultural dialogue as well as performances and masterclasses.

'Twelve Blocks' further establishes Michael Stephen Brown as a composer with skills on par with his pianistic virtuosity.

Ma's impressive recital was an almost nonstop whirlwind of effervescent power.

Andy Kozar plays all the trumpet parts on a selection of contemporary music scored for as many as 36 trumpets.

Inspired by the music of Mongolia and Taiwan, these pieces feature the Brentano, JACK, Formosa, and Mivos quartets.

Two recent EPs of spiritually-inspired vocal music have struck me as the winter holidays approach.

A set of 16 piano pieces by Adam Roberts is replete with pianistic virtues, thanks to a symbiotic connection between the score and pianist Conrad Tao.

Each segment lasts only a few minutes at most, so you're always anticipating what the next "anthem" will sound like. Still, each makes its point.

This was of the most satisfying chamber music performances I've experienced in NYC this year.