American Classical Orchestra: “Capricious” at Alice Tully Hall Revives Berwald’s Lost Symphony Beside Weber and Beethoven
“Capricious” proved that surprise is the oldest pleasure in music. Under Thomas Crawford’s wise and witty baton, the American Classical Orchestra opened a long-closed door on Berwald, set Weber’s fairy horn ringing, and let Beethoven’s Fourth glow with period-instrument candor. If you love music that feels freshly discovered, follow this remarkable orchestra through its 2026–27 season, from Bach at Old St…