Press Coverage: BAAM & Garrett Keast
Der Tagesspiegel
November 27, 2022
https://www.tagesspiegel.de/berlin/berliner_kultur/dirigent-garrett-keast-klangbrucke-uber-den-atlantik-8927695.html
“A bridge of sound across the Atlantic”
Der Tagesspiegel portrays Garrett Keast as the founder of an innovative ensemble, describing the Berlin Academy of American Music as a “startup orchestra” established during the pandemic, bringing American repertoire into a new context in Germany.
concerti
November 24, 2021
https://www.concerti.de/rezensionen/berlin-academy-of-american-music-transatlantic/
“A successful debut!”
The German classical music magazine highlights BAAM’s debut album Transatlantic, praising its refined attention to detail and dynamic musical shaping.
BBC Music Magazine
February 2022
https://www.pr-artists.com/post/garrett-keast-and-baam-receive-5-star-review-in-bbc-music-magazine
“A winning collection … demands repeated listening”
The internationally renowned magazine awards the album five stars, emphasizing both its artistic quality and compelling programming.
Limelight Magazine
January 14, 2022
https://limelight-arts.com.au/reviews/transatlantic-berlin-academy-of-american-music-garrett-keast/
“A terrific mix of Americana, both known and unknown”
The review underscores the compelling combination of familiar and rarely performed American repertoire.
GetClassical
January 7, 2023
https://www.getclassical.org/post/transatlantic-music-man-garrett-keast-s-berlin-academy-of-american-music
“Leaving audiences hungry for more”
This feature presents Garrett Keast and BAAM as an ensemble that captivates audiences and opens new perspectives on American music.
International Press
2021–2022
“Widely praised with top ratings”
Publications including Fanfare Magazine and Das Orchester awarded Transatlantic top marks, highlighting both its artistic excellence and its innovative concept.
Profile
The Berlin Academy of American Music (BAAM), founded in 2021 by Garrett Keast, is dedicated to fostering transatlantic musical dialogue. With its debut album Transatlantic, the ensemble has gained international recognition and critical acclaim.