Jaap van Zweden leads the New York Philharmonic.
by Paul J. Pelkonen
The Dutch conductor Jaap van Zweden has become something of an easy target for certain classical music commentators ever since agreeing, earlier this year to take over the duties of music director at the New York Philharmonic. Mr. van Zweden's term begins in 2018, but this week's concerts gave New York music lovers a chance to hear the heir apparent at the controls of the orchestra that he will steer well into the coming decade.
by Paul J. Pelkonen
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| Jaap van Zweden takes aim. Photo by Chris Lee © 2016 The New York Philharmonic. |
