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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.
Musica Viva NY Reveals 2026-27 Season Lineup
Musica Viva NY announced its 49th season, featuring a world premiere by Richard Einhorn, works by Arvo Pärt and Eric Whitacre, and four concerts at All Souls NYC on the Upper East Side.
UNDER THE CANOPY to Open With Melbourne Chamber Orchestra and Accordionist James Crabb
Melbourne Chamber Orchestra will present UNDER THE CANOPY, featuring classical accordionist James Crabb, with performances in Melbourne, Ballarat and Werribee.
RUIDOSA FEST NYC to Return to Lincoln Center With Lila Downs and Pabllo Vittar
Ruidosa Fest will return to Lincoln Center on July 12 as part of the institution's Summer for the City festival.
The Oratorio Society of New York Reveals 2026–27 Season
The Oratorio Society of New York has revealed its 2026–27 concert season.
League of American Orchestras to Host Essentials of Orchestra Management at Juilliard
Thirty-six orchestra and arts professionals will participate in the League of American Orchestras' Essentials of Orchestra Management program, now in its 26th year, held at Juilliard's Lincoln Center campus.
FIREWORKS ON THE LAKE to Honor America's 250th Anniversary at Nathan Benderson Park
The Pops Orchestra of Bradenton and Sarasota will serve as Premier Sponsor and featured performers at Fireworks on the Lake - America 250, an annual Independence Day event at Nathan Benderson Park drawing more than 15,000 attendees.
Scottsdale Philharmonic to Launch First-Ever Summer Concert Series
The Scottsdale Philharmonic announced programs for its inaugural summer concert series, featuring a Pops Concert with music from Jaws and Star Wars, and a Choral Concert with works by Bach, Schubert, and Smetana.
Air Supply to Perform With Pacific Symphony And Fireworks At Pacific Symphony’s JULY 4 SPECTACULAR
Air Supply will join Pacific Symphony at Great Park Live in Irvine for a July 4 concert featuring the duo's greatest hits performed with a full orchestra, patriotic favorites, and a fireworks finale marking America's 250th anniversary.
Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra Names Tonya McBride Robles as New President & CEO
The Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO) Board of Directors announced the appointment of seasoned performing arts executive Tonya McBride Robles as the organization’s next President and Chief Executive Officer.
The Philadelphia Orchestra Reveals Summer 2026 Season Across Philadelphia and Beyond
The Philadelphia Orchestra announced its summer 2026 season, including residencies at Highmark Mann Center, Bravo! Vail, and Saratoga Performing Arts Center, plus Kimmel Center performances featuring THE WIZARD OF OZ live-to-film and a free Pride Concert.
Quintet of the Americas to Perform Free Concert at Queens Botanical Garden
Quintet of the Americas will perform works by emerging Latino composers at Queens Botanical Garden in Flushing, with free admission to both the concert and the garden.
TAKE MY HAND, PRECIOUS LORD Concert to Honor Father of Gospel Music Thomas A. Dorsey
Joseph Caleb Auditorium will present a Birth of Gospel Music in America concert at Bethel Apostolic Temple in Miami, featuring Grammy-nominated Johnny Sanders, Faith on Full Ensemble, Francine Ealey Murphy, and storyteller Crystal Walker.
Chicago International Violin Competition 2026 to Open Registration for Ages 7-28
The Chicago Violin Competition (CVC) is accepting registrations for its 2026 online edition, open to violinists aged 7–28 worldwide across Young Artist and Senior Artist divisions.
Carnegie Hall’s National Youth Ensembles to Present Concerts in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage
Carnegie Hall is continuing its summertime tradition of shining a spotlight on 200+ teen musicians with concerts by the Hall’s three national youth ensembles: the National Youth Orchestra of the United States of America, NYO2, and NYO Jazz.
Felipe Tristán Named Interim Music Director of San Antonio Philharmonic
Felipe Tristán has been appointed Interim Music Director of the San Antonio Philharmonic, becoming the first Mexican-American conductor to lead the orchestra in its 87-year history.
Newport Classical Music Festival to Celebrate The Piano With Four Featured Concerts In July
The Newport Classical Music Festival will present four piano-focused concerts at The Breakers, Castle Hill Inn, and Emmanuel Church, featuring pianists Dmitry Shishkin, Michelle Cann, Janice Carissa, and the duo of Pavel Kolesnikov and Samson Tsoy.
Austin Symphony Orchestra to Welcome Six New Board of Trustees for Upcoming Season
The Austin Symphony Orchestra announced its incoming Board of Trustees, welcoming six new members whose backgrounds span finance, technology, operations, entrepreneurship, consulting, and the arts.
Photos: Orpheus Chamber Orchestra Honors Alberto Mihelcic Bazzana & Francesco Clark At NYC Annual Gala
Orpheus Chamber Orchestra Honors Alberto Mihelcic Bazzana and Francesco Clark at 2026 Gala The annual fundraising event raised $600,000 to support the orchestra's educational and leadership initiatives.
ALL THE MUSIC IN THE WORLD Documentary on Emanuel Ax to Have World Premiere at Mahaiwe
A documentary on pianist Emanuel Ax, featuring Yo-Yo Ma, Itzhak Perlman, and John Williams, will have its co-world premiere at the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center, followed by a talkback with Ax and director Joseph Levy.
Isaac Mizrahi to Perform at Caramoor With His Jazz Band In Celebration Of Pride Month
Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts will celebrate Pride Month with a concert by entertainment and fashion legend Isaac Mizrahi and his jazz band: Mizrahi, vocals; Ben Waltzer, music director/pianist; Kellen Hanas, trumpet; and more.
Handel's TOLOMEO to be Presented by Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra & Chorale
Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra & Chorale is launching a new chapter in its artistic history with a semi-staged production of Handel's Tolomeo.
Los Angeles Philharmonic Appoints Vineta Sareika as Concertmaster
Vineta Sareika has been appointed Concertmaster of the Los Angeles Philharmonic.
Pianist Eva Gevorgyan Wins Prix Serdang 2026, Curated by Rudolf Buchbinder
Pianist Eva Gevorgyan has been named the recipient of the Prix Serdang 2026, a 50,000 Swiss franc award curated by Rudolf Buchbinder that supports young pianists with exceptional artistic vision.
Long Beach Symphony Will Perform DISNEY’S PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: THE CURSE OF THE BLACK PEARL in Concert
Long Beach Symphony will kick off its “SoundWaves Series” as it presents Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl in concert featuring Klaus Badelt & Hans Zimmer's score performed live to the film.