In fact, two of the works on the program were conventional, as they were both by Beethoven: the Overture to his ballet, “The ...

It’s hard to imagine, but six concertos written in hopes of a job have become Johann Sebastian Bach’s most popular music.

Every Friday, pop critics for The New York Times weigh in on the week’s most notable new tracks. Listen to the Playlist on Spotify here (or find our profile: nytimes) and at Apple Music here, and sign ...