The latest classical music news, concert reviews, and recital coverage from Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, the NY Philharmonic, and venues around the world.
Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota will present Baroque Treasures at First Presbyterian Church, featuring harpsichordist Paulo Bordignon and Sarasota Orchestra principals performing Handel, Bach, and Debussy.
Melodia Women's Choir of NYC will present Global Echoes, a live concert at the Church of the Holy Apostles featuring works spanning folk and classical traditions from Indonesia, Japan, Tartarstan, and beyond.
San Francisco Opera has released first look footage of THE BARBER OF SEVILLE, Gioachino Rossini's beloved comedic masterpiece, running May 28 through June 21, 2026 at the War Memorial Opera House in San Francisco.
Grammy Award-winning soprano Amanda Forsythe joins Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra for HEARING HER VOICE at Jeanne Lamon Hall, performing works by women composers alongside a newly commissioned piece by Métis duo Karen Sunabacka and Joyce Clouston.
The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra has announced its 2026 European tour.
James Gaffigan will conduct the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, National Symphony Orchestra, and San Francisco Symphony this spring, with Jean-Yves Thibaudet among featured soloists.
Pianist Ursula Oppens will perform works by Elliott Carter and Frederic Rzewski at the Zürcher Gallery's Fortisssimo Mini Piano Festival.
Carnegie Mellon University's School of Music and the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra announced a four-year partnership giving CMU students direct access to PSO musicians and conductors, plus symphony subscriptions for all music majors.
The Boston Symphony Chamber Players will perform at the Casals Festival in San Juan, Puerto Rico, marking the ensemble's first visit to the island.
San Diego Theatres will screen Kino Lorber's restored METROPOLIS at the Balboa Theatre, with live organ accompaniment by Brett Miller, 27, one of the youngest working artists in silent film accompaniment.
Composers Concordance will present its 14th Annual CompCord Festival, themed around comedy, across four concerts at venues including St.
Palm Beach Symphony announced its upcoming Masterworks Concert Series, featuring seven concerts at Kravis Center, including world premieres and guest artists Daniil Trifonov, Augustin Hadelich, and Jean-Yves Thibaudet.
The winners of the 2025 BroadwayWorld Stage Recording Awards have been revealed, celebrating outstanding achievements in theatrical and performance-based recordings released during the 2025 calendar year.
Finnish violinist Pekka Kuusisto has announced he is stepping away from work in the United States, pointing to ethical objections to the current US administration and to tax rules that apply to foreign performers.
The Taiwan Philharmonic Chamber Ensemble will present From Formosa, a U.
The Wiener Staatsoper has announced its 2026/27 season, which director Bogdan Roščić will present to the public during a matinee in the main house on Sunday, April 12 at 11:00 AM, broadcast live on ORF III, play.
THE ORCHESTRA NOW will perform an all-Richard Strauss program at Carnegie Hall on May 12, conducted by Leon Botstein, featuring An Alpine Symphony, Burleske with pianist Blair McMillen, and Times of the Day.
CLASSICAL BROADWAY will be presented in Astoria, Cannon Beach, and Portland.
The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square announced a Songs of Hope Benefit Concert at the Hollywood Bowl on June 24–25, 2026, marking 100 years since its first performance there, with 100% of ticket sales benefiting global charities.
The Chicago Violin Competition opened registration for its 2026 online edition, scheduled for November 22, with violinists ages 7–28 eligible.
Kaufman Music Center will present The Everything Band, an all-star collective led by GRAMMY Award-winning composer, violinist, and educator Jessie Montgomery.
GatherNYC will present weekly Sunday morning concerts at the Museum of Arts and Design in NYC through May 31, 2026, featuring cellist Thomas Mesa, violinist Curtis Stewart, Catalyst Quartet, Aeolus Quartet, and NY Philharmonic musicians.
Western Piedmont Symphony will present Foothills Pops: From Broadway to Hollywood! at the J.
Violinist Kristin Lee and Sandbox Percussion will give the New York premiere of a new work by Vivian Fung on April 30 at the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center.
