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Olivia Belli To Release New Album DAIMON
by A.A. Cristi - January 16, 2026
Composer and pianist Olivia Belli will release a new album, Daimon, on Sony Classical, centered on a piano concerto inspired by Homer’s Odyssey. The recording reflects a personal and mythic exploration of artistic purpose through neoclassical soundscapes and collaborative performance.
Pianist Alexander Malofeev Releases Debut Album FORGOTTEN MELODIES on Sony Classical
by A.A. Cristi - January 16, 2026
Sony Classical has announced the debut album of world-renowned pianist Alexander Malofeev titled Forgotten Melodies set for release on February 27, 2026 and available for preorder now.
Christine Tassan Et Les Imposteures Launch Town Hall Theater’s WINTERTIDE MUSIC SERIES
by A.A. Cristi - January 16, 2026
Town Hall Theater will launch its Wintertide Music Series with a performance by Christine Tassan et les Imposteures on the Rothrock Mainstage in Middlebury.
Decca Classics to Release LISE DAVIDSEN: LIVE AT THE MET
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 16, 2026
Decca Classics will present Lise Davidsen: Live at the Met, a live recital recorded during the soprano’s landmark solo appearance at the Metropolitan Opera in September 2023.
Spoleto Festival USA Launches Partnership with Apple Music Classical
by Josh Sharpe - January 16, 2026
Spoleto Festival USA has set Live from Spoleto 2025: Orchestra, the first release in a new, multi-project partnership with Apple Music Classical. The collaboration presents exclusive recordings from the Festival’s 2025 Orchestra performances. Listen to a single now.
John Thiessen Named Executive Director of American Classical Orchestra
by Stephi Wild - January 16, 2026
The American Classical Orchestra (ACO), New York City's foremost period instrument orchestra, has announced the appointment of John Thiessen as its new Executive Director.
Young Concert Artists Opens Applications For 2026 Susan Wadsworth International Auditions and Fellowship
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 15, 2026
Applications are now open for the 2026 Susan Wadsworth International Auditions, offering early-career artists a chance at the prestigious YCA Jacobs Fellowship. This program includes artist management, global performance bookings, and mentorship opportunities.
Luna Composition Lab Unveils 10th Anniversary Commissioning Celebration
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 15, 2026
Luna Composition Lab will celebrate its 10th anniversary by commissioning nearly 75 new works for 50 alumni, to be performed by top ensembles in the 2025-26 and 2026-27 seasons.
Miller Theatre to Present a Composer Portrait of Lisa Bielawa
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 15, 2026
Miller Theatre at Columbia University School of the Arts will continue its 2025–26 Composer Portraits series with Lisa Bielawa. In its Miller debut, Contemporaneous joins forces with the Rome Prize–winning composer and vocalist for a world premiere Miller Theatre commission.
Cleveland Institute Of Music To Highlight Contemporary Works In Spring 2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - January 14, 2026
The Cleveland Institute of Music will present a spring 2026 concert season that places a strong emphasis on contemporary music alongside established classical repertoire.
Miller Theatre Continues Composer Portraits Series With Andrew McIntosh
by A.A. Cristi - January 14, 2026
Miller Theatre at Columbia University will present a Composer Portrait featuring the works of Andrew McIntosh. Scheduled for February 5, the event will explore McIntosh's significant contributions to contemporary music, highlighting his unique compositions.
Boston Chamber Symphony to Perform Schubert and Boston-Area Premiere of Arthur Foote Cello Concerto
by A.A. Cristi - January 14, 2026
The Boston Chamber Symphony will present Classical Romantics on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at 7:30 p.m., featuring Franz Schubert’s Symphony No. 5 alongside the Boston-area premiere of Arthur Foote’s Cello Concerto.
Boston Modern Orchestra Project Unveils Winter–Spring Season As It Approaches 30th Anniversary
by A.A. Cristi - January 14, 2026
The Boston Modern Orchestra Project has announced its upcoming winter-spring season, featuring a series of premieres and new recordings. The season promises a lineup of performances, showcasing both contemporary compositions and classical masterpieces.
Michael Gandolfi To Present FROM LANDSCAPE TO SOUNDSCAPE: THE GARDEN OF COSMIC SPECULATION IN MUSIC,
by A.A. Cristi - January 14, 2026
Composer Michael Gandolfi will present a lecture on 'THE GARDEN OF COSMIC SPECULATION' on February 28 at the Performing Arts Center in Brewster, exploring intersections between music and various disciplines.
Third Coast Percussion to Perform World Premiere And West Coast Premiere Of New Works By Jlin
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 14, 2026
Third Coast Percussion will premiere Jlin's compositions 'Fragmentation' and 'Premonition' at the 92nd Street Y, followed by performances at UCSB. The ensemble will also tour the East Coast with the Strum, Strike, Bend program featuring violinist Simone Porter.
New York Festival Of Song To Present FUGITIVES
by A.A. Cristi - January 14, 2026
The New York Festival of Song (NYFOS) will present 'FUGITIVES' on February 12, 2026, at Kaufman Music Center's Merkin Hall. This poignant program features works by Kurt Weill and other composers, reflecting on the impact of fascism in Europe.
Boston Modern Orchestra Project Unveils 2026 Winter-Spring Highlights
by Josh Sharpe - January 14, 2026
The Boston Modern Orchestra Project (BMOP) has announced the wide-ranging program of its Winter-Spring 2026 season, approaching its 30th year. Season’s highlights include Boston performances of a trio of monodramas, the revival of a neglected opera, and the world premiere of three BMOP-commissioned orchestral works.
Wolf Trap Continues Chamber Music At The Barns Series With 2026 Season Featuring Leading And Emerging Artists
by A.A. Cristi - January 13, 2026
Wolf Trap continues its Chamber Music at The Barns series in 2026 with performances by Daniel Hope, Imani Winds, The Aznavoorian Sisters, and musicians from the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center.
Miller Theatre Concludes Early Music Series With The Marian Consort
by A.A. Cristi - January 13, 2026
Miller Theatre at Columbia University School of the Arts concludes its Early Music series with The Marian Consort performing City of Echoes—Rome in the 16th Century.
Photos: Princeton Symphony Orchestra Performs Prokofiev, Shostakovich, And Andreia Pinto Correia At Richardson Auditorium
by A.A. Cristi - January 13, 2026
Princeton Symphony Orchestra recently presented a program featuring works by Sergei Prokofiev, Dmitri Shostakovich, and Andreia Pinto Correia at Richardson Auditorium this past weekend, led by Music Director Rossen Milanov. Check out photos of the evening.
GatherNYC to Feature Empire Wild, Sonnambula, Tallā Rouge, and Boyd Meets Girl in Upcoming Concerts
by A.A. Cristi - January 13, 2026
GatherNYC, a revolutionary concert experience founded in 2018 by cellist Laura Metcalf and guitarist Rupert Boyd, continues its expanded 2025-2026 season at the series' home venue, Museum of Arts and Design (MAD) (2 Columbus Circle).
2026 George and Nora London Foundation Opera Competition Finals Set For Next Month
by Stephi Wild - January 13, 2026
The George and Nora London Foundation Competition for American and Canadian opera singers will hold its 54th event in 2026, with a public final round at New York's Merkin Hall at Kaufman Music Center on Friday, February 20, at 4:00 pm
Park University ICM Orchestra to Host Valentine's Concert with Guest Conductor Filippo Ciabatti
by Stephi Wild - January 13, 2026
The Park University International Center for Music Orchestra will highlight the many moods of dance music with its annual Valentine's concert on Friday, Feb. 6, starting at 7:30 p.m. in Graham Tyler Memorial Chapel.
Cellist Tommy Mesa to Release '17(67)' Album Featuring Classical and Contemporary Works
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 12, 2026
Tommy Mesa will release his new album '17(67)' on February 13, 2026, showcasing a blend of classical and contemporary music performed on a historic 1767 Nicolò Gagliano cello.
Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame to Host Metropolitan Youth Orchestra of New York Violin Master Class
by A.A. Cristi - January 09, 2026
Dr. Joanna Kaczorowska, a Stony Brook professor, will teach a violin master class at LIMEHOF on February 11, aimed at engaging local violin students. The event is free, with media coverage and interviews available.

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