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Boris Godunov, Coliseum, London; Elektra, Royal Opera House, London

Independent Tue, 11 Nov 2008 4:27 PM PSTOut of the darkness comes the sound of a lone bassoon; then, barely discernible in the gloom, the floor of the stage seems to come alive. The people of Russia, downtrodden, Tsar-less, drag themselves out of the mud and raise their voices in a plea for deliverance. They sing to order, of course - the Boyars look on - but they sing with blazing conviction.

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MUSIC - TELEGRAPH
Stockhausen Festival: absurdity mixed with genius

Ivan Hewett reviews the last weekend of the Stockhausen Festival at the Queen Elizabeth Hall.10 Nov 2008

Tchaikovsky at the South Bank: underlining a brooding temperament

Geoffrey Norris reviews the London Philharmonic Orchestra on the South Bank.10 Nov 2008

Lang Lang: piano star the critics love to hate

Lang Lang is a hero in China and a box-office wonder in the West. So why are reviews so harsh? He talks to Jasper Rees.10 Nov 2008

Susan Bullock in Richard Strauss' Elektra at the Royal Opera House - review

AFTER two decades building a solid British reputation for her stamina, reliability and versatility, Susan Bullock has sprung into the world-class league of dramatic sopranos, performing the Wagnerian repertory in international houses with considerable success.10 Nov 2008

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LSO/Zhang at the Barbican
The world's most petite conductor pulls off an oddly configured programme with sinuous charm and good taste
Britten Sinfonia
The audience was left in the dark and the chemistry did not spark despite the care and thoughtfulness of the performers

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