“Five greats, one night,” by Jay Nordlinger

“Five greats, one night,” by Jay Nordlinger

At the top of our program, it said, “New York Philharmonic Presents.” Why is an orchestra presenting recitals? In any case, it was good to hear a violin-and-piano recital at David Geffen Hall on Tuesday night. Such a recital works well in this renovated hall. But let us not forget: there were plenty of good recitals—even great ones—in the old, “bad” hall. Frankly, the musicians make a concert, not the hall. Onstage two nights ago were Julia Fisc…