Thursday evening we traveled to Avery Fisher Hall for a New York Philharmonic concert. Third year New York conductor Lorin Maazel led the orchestra through two symphonies, one by Franz Schubert and the second from Anton Bruckner. I enjoyed Bruckner's Symphony No. 7 in E major which stressed four Wagner Tubas. The piece employed about a dozen brass instruments, which made for a powerful experience. The piece was divided into four segments, where the conductor would pause briefly in transition. The finale was dramatic and intense. The trip to Avery Fisher Hall was a memorable experience and a great welcome back to the city after Spring Break. I strongly recommend the New York Philharmonic.
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