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Bass Denis Sedov and Pianist Karina Pogosbekova to Perform at Manhattan Plaza
by Stephi Wild - Jun 8, 2026

Composers Concordance will present an evening of music for bass voice and piano featuring Denis Sedov and Karina Pogosbekova at the Ellington Room at Manhattan Plaza, with works by Gene Pritsker, Eugene W. McBride, and Shostakovich.

André Raphel to Make Italian Debut with Teatro Comunale di Bologna in September 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2026

Conductor André Raphel will make his Italian debut leading the Teatro Comunale di Bologna Orchestra on September 26, 2026. The concert features the Italian premiere of Uri Caine's The Passion of Octavius Catto.

Till Fellner Joins 2025 Cliburn Competition Jury
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 15, 2025

The Cliburn has announced a change to the jury for the Seventeenth Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, taking place May 21–June 7, 2025, at Van Cliburn Concert Hall at TCU and Bass Performance Hall in Fort Worth, Texas, USA.

Cherry Street Music Will Host Classical with a Twist: MUSICAL KALEIDOSCOPE at the Allen Center
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2025

Cherry Street Music’s chamber music series Classical with a Twist will continue with Musical Kaleidoscope, on Saturday, March 8th at 7:30PM at The Allen Center in West Newton.

Interview: Christine Goerke Talks Boston Lyric Opera and Boston Symphony Orchestra Collaboration on DIE TOTE STADT
by R. Scott Reedy - Jan 28, 2025

Goerke will be doing just that in “Die Tote Stadt” (“The Dead City”) – composer Erich Wolfgang Korngold’s poignant opera about the struggle with haunting memories of a lost loved one, that captures the final chapter of the Romantic era – which will be presented by the Boston Symphony Orchestra (BSO) in collaboration with Boston Lyric Opera (BLO) on January 30 and February 1 at Symphony Hall.

Mannes Orchestra to Premiere Hailstork's 'NDEMARA' & Bauer Symphony at Lincoln Center
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 2, 2024

On Monday, December 9, 2024, 7:30pm, The New School's College of Performing Arts – Mannes, Jazz, Drama, will present the Mannes Orchestra led by conductor David Hayes, at Lincoln Center's Alice Tully Hall.

San Francisco Symphony Youth Orchestra And Music Director Radu Paponiu Kick Off First Season Together In November
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 22, 2024

The SF Symphony Youth Orchestra announced Radu Paponiu as the new Wattis Foundation Music Director for the 2024–25 season, marking a new chapter in the orchestra's leadership.

Edward Gardner Extends Contract as Principal Conductor of London Philharmonic Orchestra
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2024

The London Philharmonic Orchestra has announced that Principal Conductor, Edward Gardner, will extend his tenure in the role for another two years.

San Francisco Symphony Youth Orchestra Welcomes Conductor Radu Paponiu As New Wattis Foundation Music Director
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 24, 2024

The SF Symphony Youth Orchestra has announced Radu Paponiu as the new Wattis Foundation Music Director starting in the 2024–25 season.

San Francisco Symphony Youth Orchestra Celebrates Music Director Daniel Stewart In His Final Concert This May
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2024

Join the SF Symphony Youth Orchestra as they honor Music Director Daniel Stewart in his final concert on May 19. Celebrate the end of an era with stunning performances and heartfelt tributes.

Pasadena Symphony Appoints Brett Mitchell Music Director
by Stephi Wild - Mar 27, 2024

Pasadena Symphony Board President Kimberly Winick has announce that the Board of Directors has appointed highly acclaimed conductor Brett Mitchell Music Director.

Cynthia Erivo & More to be Featured in New York Philharmonic 2024-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2024

The New York Philharmonic has revealed its 2024–25 season. Learn more about the season!

Chicago Symphony Orchestra Will Premiere Lowell Liebermann's Flute Concerto No. 2 in March
by Stephi Wild - Jan 17, 2024

The Chicago Symphony Orchestra, led by the charismatic Finnish conductor Susanna Mälkki, will perform the world premiere of GRAMMY Award-nominated American composer Lowell Liebermann's Flute Concerto No. 2 on March 21, 2024 at Symphony Center.

The New York Philharmonic String Quartet, Musicians From The New York Philharmonic, and Emanuel Ax Come to 92NY
by Stephi Wild - Dec 1, 2023

The 92nd Street Y, New York (92NY), one of New York's leading cultural venues, has partnered with the New York Philharmonic to present the New York Philharmonic String Quartet, Musicians from the New York Philharmonic, and Emanuel Ax, piano on Sunday, December 17, 2023 at 2pm at the Kaufmann Concert Hall.

Michael Tilson Thomas Replaced By Ken-David Masur In Upcoming NSO Program
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 3, 2023

Michael Tilson Thomas has withdrawn from the National Symphony Orchestra's upcoming program due to health reasons. Ken-David Masur will replace him in his debut with a new program to be announced.

The San Francisco Symphony Youth Orchestra to Perform Five Concerts In The 2023-24 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 2, 2023

Don't miss the SF Symphony Youth Orchestra and Daniel Stewart as they take the stage for five incredible concerts in the 2023-24 season. Find out when and where you can catch these talented performers in action.

Boston Symphony Orchestra and Leipzig Gewandhaus Orchestra Announce A Joint Survey Of The Works Of Shostakovich
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 24, 2023

As part of their pioneering five-year-old BSO-GHO Alliance, the two orchestras will explore the Russian composer's 15 symphonies and six concertos with a third Festival Orchestra composed from the ranks of the Tanglewood Music Center and GHO's Mendelssohn Orchestra Academy and led by former BSO Assistant Conductor Anna Rakitina 

Distinguished Composer Lowell Liebermann To Curate 'Thornwillow Concerts At Calvary' In Newburgh
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 19, 2023

Distinguished Composer Lowell Liebermann curates Thornwillow Concerts At Calvary in Newburgh, NY. GRAMMY-Award winning organist Paul Jacobs performs on the newly restored historic Skinner Pipe Organ at Calvary Presbyterian Church on November 4, 2023.

Violin Virtuoso To Join Vancouver Symphony Orchestra USA For November Concert
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 5, 2023

The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra USA continues its 2023/24 season on November 4 and 5 with guest conductor Maestra Sarah Ioannides and award-winning violinist Philippe Quint performing the haunting theme from The Red Violin.

Crypt Sessions to Present US Premiere Of Lowell Liebermann's Acclaimed Frankenstein Suite For Piano in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 20, 2023

Piano version of Lowell Liebermann's Frankenstein Suite will be premiered in the US on October 10, 2023. The performance will take place at the Crypt Chapel in New York City. Full program and ticket information available.