The 10 can’t-miss classical concerts of 2011

By LLOYD SCHWARTZ | October 3, 2011

BOSTON BAROQUE | October 21-22 | Martin Pearlman's period-instrument ensemble kicks off with one of the glories of the choral repertoire: Papa Haydn's enchanting late perspective on Genesis, The Creation. The singers are soprano Amanda Forsyth and tenor Keith Jameson and bass-baritone Kevin Deas. | Jordan Hall, 30 Gainsborough St, Boston | 617.484.9200 or bostonbaroque.org.

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