“Classical music can claim to be the least understood of [high culture genres], one result of which is a new flowering of programs and performers devoted to elucidating its mysteries. Pre-eminent among these is Rob Kapilow. The ‘Jupiter’ [Symphony] was a good test case, and it’s worth noting that Mr. Kapilow helped sharpen the ear and bring out details even to someone who has heard the piece dozens of times. The audience seemed to listen more intently than usual to the complete performance of the piece that Mr. Kapilow led after intermission: not a cough, barely a rustle. The real point was helping people learn to listen better, and that Mr. Kapilow achieved admirably.”
— New York Times
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