David Bratman is a librarian who lives with his lawfully wedded soprano and a wall full of symphony recordings. Articles By This Author Review Symphony Silicon Valley and Jon Nakamatsu Deliver a Serious, Thrilling Finale David Bratman - June 6, 2016 The Parisian-inflected program featured works by Saint-Saëns, Franck, and da Falla. Review Michael Morgan Guides the Oakland Symphony on a Tranquil, Spiritual Journey David Bratman - May 24, 2016 A John Adams piece featuring electric violin is at the heart of a program exploring the contemplative side of 20th-century music. Review California Symphony Makes Room for the Guitar David Bratman - May 10, 2016 A concerto penned under the auspices of the symphony’s Young American Composer-in-Residence program gets the spotlight in a beautifully balanced program. Review New Century Chamber Orchestra Spins Some Dance Tunes David Bratman - May 9, 2016 A new Jennifer Higdon suite highlights an evening of music inspired by — but not necessarily for — dancing. Review Blinded by the Light at Symphony Silicon Valley David Bratman - March 21, 2016 Awkward programming and distracting visuals overshadow a powerful rendition of Fauré’s Requiem. Review NCCO Celebrates Yehudi Menuhin’s Centenary with Hope David Bratman - February 8, 2016 Daniel Hope joined the orchestra as guest concertmaster and principal soloist in a tribute to his mentor. Review Shimono and Baek Return to SSV with Fine Results David Bratman - January 25, 2016 Popular guest performers, conductor Tatsuya Shimono and soloist Ju-Young Baek, returned for a concert at San Jose’s California Theatre. Review Jon Nakamatsu Joins Imani Winds for Some Marvelous Mozart David Bratman - November 17, 2015 Mozart’s Quintet for Piano and Winds was part of the New York-based quintet’s bright and brash program at the Trianon Theatre in San Jose. Review Philly’s Dali Quartet Sounds at Home with Latin American Dance David Bratman - October 26, 2015 The San Jose Chamber Music Society kicked off its season with a lively program split between Latin American and European composers. Review Symphony Silicon Valley Pays Tribute to George Cleve David Bratman - October 6, 2015 The orchestra dedicated its season opener to the maestro with a program of Beethoven and Schumann. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page … 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 … Next › Next page Last » Last page