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The latest classical music news, concert reviews, and recital coverage from Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, the NY Philharmonic, and venues around the world.
New World Symphony to Host 2026 I DREAM A WORLD FESTIVAL: LIFT EVERY VOICE AND SING
New World Symphony’s fifth annual I Dream a World Festival, titled “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” will take place February 18–22, 2026, highlighting the impact of Black artist-activists through music, poetry, and performance.
RIOPY to Perform at At Adler Hall At New York Society For Ethical Culture
Pianist and multi-instrumentalist composer RIOPY will perform at Adler Hall at the New York Society for Ethical Culture.
Miguel Zenón And Kinetic Ensemble To Premiere New Version Of YO SOY LA TRADICIÓN In Houston
Grammy-winning saxophonist and composer Miguel Zenón will join Houston’s Kinetic Ensemble for the world premiere of a new version of his acclaimed suite Yo Soy la Tradición on January 10, 2026, at Zilkha Hall in the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts.
Derek Hough To Bring SYMPHONY OF DANCE: ENCORE To Mayo Performing Arts Center In July 2026
Join Derek Hough at Mayo Performing Arts Center on July 21-22, 2026, for his exciting tour, Symphony of Dance: Encore, featuring diverse dance styles.
Adelaide Symphony Orchestra Unveils 2026 Regional Tour As Part Of 90th Anniversary Season
As part of its 90th anniversary celebrations, the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra (ASO) will embark on a 2026 regional tour, bringing live orchestral music to Murray Bridge, Mount Gambier, and Barossa Valley.
Photos: Fang Tao Jiang Launches Solaria Music Foundation At Carnegie Hall
Renowned soprano Fang Tao Jiang officially launched the SolAria Music Foundation at her October 5, 2025 solo recital, On Wings of Song, at Carnegie Hall’s Weill Recital Hall.
Ensemble For These Times to Present AFTER SLEEPWALKING: Music By Women And Nonbinary Composers
SF contemporary chamber music group Ensemble for These Times will start the New Year with the seventh edition of its popular annual series, a program of music by women and nonbinary composers.
Chinese Composer Yue Chen Premieres Spring View at Carnegie Hall, Bridging Eastern and Western Musical Worlds
In October 2025, Carnegie Hall in New York presented a distinctive concert of Chinese art songs inspired by classical Chinese poetry.
Young Concert Artists Announces 2025 Finalists
Young Concert Artists has announced 12 finalists in the 2025 Susan Wadsworth International Auditions, who will perform in the final round on Sunday, November 9, 2025.
South Bend Symphony Orchestra To Present MUSICIAN FAVORITES: FROM JENNET In January
The South Bend Symphony Orchestra will continue its 2024–25 Mosaic Series with Musician Favorites: From Jennet on Sunday, January 11, at the DeBartolo Performing Arts Center.
Musica Sacra to Present CLASSICS FOR CHRISTMAS At Carnegie Hall
Musica Sacra will present “Classics for Christmas,” a concert of festive delights, for its annual holiday concert at Carnegie Hall, featuring orchestral works by Corelli, Poulenc, Helena Paish, and Randall Thompson.
Classical Blast To Present DARK SIDE OF THE YULE At The Raue Center For The Arts
Classical Blast will bring its signature fusion of rock and holiday music to the Raue Center for the Arts with Dark Side of the Yule on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at 7 p.
Caramoor Center Celebrates The Holidays With AN AMARCORD CHRISTMAS, Rosen House Tours, and More
Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts in Katonah, NY will celebrate the holiday season this December with a full lineup of programs, including An Amarcord Christmas on December 7, Holiday Rosen House Tours, Holiday Tea Musicales, a Holiday Gift Shop, and a Gingerbread Decorating Class for families.
Bourgie Hall Adds Extra Dates For Víkingur Ólafsson, Taurey Butler Trio, And More
Bourgie Hall has announced additional performances following sold-out concerts across its 2025–2026 season.
Orchestra For People To Present Azarashvili, Mozart And Elgar At Merkin Hall November 18
Orchestra for People will perform a program of works by Vaja Azarashvili, W.
National Youth Orchestra of Canada to Launch New Four-Week Summer Training Model in 2026
The National Youth Orchestra of Canada (NYO Canada) will restructure its renowned summer training program beginning in 2026, introducing a new four-week intensive format that combines concurrent chamber and orchestral study.
Joyce DiDonato Makes Australian Debut with Melbourne and Tasmanian Symphony Orchestras
Multi-Grammy Award–winning mezzo-soprano Joyce DiDonato will make her long-anticipated Australian debut this month, appearing with both the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra and the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra in a series of gala performances.
Camerata Pacifica to Perform Rachmaninoff, Babadjanian, and María Huld Markan Sigfúsdóttir This Month
Camerata Pacifica will continue its 2025–2026 season with a program featuring works by Sergei Rachmaninoff, Arno Babadjanian, and María Huld Markan Sigfúsdóttir.
Chris Pinnella Announces 2025 Christmas Tour with 15-Piece Orchestra
Acclaimed vocalist Chris Pinnella, best known for his work with Trans-Siberian Orchestra, has announced his 2025 Christmas Tour, featuring a 15-piece orchestra and a mix of holiday classics and modern hits.
Feature: Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum To Present COLORS: A CONCERT EXPERIENCE ON STRINGS
The Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum presents two shows as part of an inspiring lineup of events designed to celebrate the intersection of art, music and performance.
Hershey Symphony To Present Festive HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR In December
The Hershey Symphony Orchestra will present its annual Holiday Spectacular on Friday, December 12, 2025, at 7:30 p.
The Music Center To Host Festive Holiday Programming Across Downtown Los Angeles
The Music Center in Downtown Los Angeles will present a full slate of holiday programming through December 2025, featuring performances and events from TMC Arts, LA Phil, LA Opera, Center Theatre Group, and the Los Angeles Master Chorale.
Boston Civic Symphony Begins Its Second Century With 2025–26 Season At Jordan Hall
The Boston Civic Symphony launches its 101st season on November 9, 2025, at Jordan Hall under the direction of Music Director Francisco Noya.
Boston Court Pasadena to Present West Coast Premiere of MARIOLOGY by Nancy Keystone
Boston Court Pasadena will present the West Coast premiere of Mariology, a new play written and directed by Nancy Keystone and developed with Critical Mass Performance Group, beginning November 8, 2025.