Dudamel's Inaugural Concert

Since I couldn't make it to Disney Hall for Dudamel's first concert, I was happy to know that it would be aired on PBS. I watched it Wednesday night and enjoyed it for several reasons. First, I got to hear John Adams' City Noir for the first time. We have tickets hear that work in November, and I like to know a piece a bit before I hear it in a concert. I know I will enjoy it more if it is somewhat familiar.

The other reason I enjoyed the concert was to hear Dudamel's interpretation of Mahler's First. That is such a grand symphony, and I especially enjoyed the lustig 2nd movement. Heavy on the bass end, slight pause before the 3rd beat. Of course, watching the conductor's expressions was a treat and not at all distracting.