Alex Ross
Music critic for The New Yorker and author of Wagnerism: Art and Politics in the Shadow of Music, exploring the cultural context of music.
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Jun 28, 2022 • 39min
Alex Ross: Music vs. Noise
Alex Ross, music critic at The New Yorker since 1996, discusses the changing field of criticism, Wagner's complicated legacy, and the role of art and artist. They also explore the importance of humor, the evolution of music criticism, artists overcoming failure, and German speaking emigres in Los Angeles.
Sep 22, 2020 • 1h 1min
Alex Ross on Music, Culture, and Criticism
Alex Ross, a music critic for The New Yorker and author of "Wagnerism," talks about the nuanced connections between music and culture. He highlights the complex legacy of Wagner, the impact of recording technology on orchestras, and the training deficits in modern opera singers. Ross critiques artistic choices in films by Lars von Trier and Orson Welles, predicts shifts in concert attendance post-COVID, and discusses the influences of Rothko on music. His insights bridge the gap between classical music and wider cultural narratives.
