Berkeley Symphony at Zellerbach

Carneiro essays challenging program The Berkeley Symphony, under the baton of Joana Carneiro, ended their season at Zellerbach Hall last Thursday, April 1. Magic can happen when all the ingredients work together, gelling into something whole and unexpected: a spell. But if the recipe should go awry? Excellent musicians, awesome soprano, inspired conductor and grand venue had some magical moments, but did not quite mesh Thursday night for Samuel Barber’s...

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