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Western Piedmont Symphony to Perform MASTERWORKS: GRANT US PEACE in Hickory

Western Piedmont Symphony to Perform MASTERWORKS: GRANT US PEACE in Hickory

by BWW News Desk — February 18, 2026
Western Piedmont Symphony (WPS), the professional orchestra of the western foothills of North Carolina, will present MASTERWORKS: GRANT US PEACE on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 7:30 p.
​​​​​​​Stephen Wyrczynski & Ori Kam Appointed Professors Of Viola At Ri

​​​​​​​Stephen Wyrczynski & Ori Kam Appointed Professors Of Viola At Rice University’s Shepherd School Of Music

by BWW News Desk — February 18, 2026
The Shepherd School of Music at Rice University has appointed violists Ori Kam and Stephen Wyrczynski to its faculty, with both artists set to join the school in fall 2027.
Miller Theatre At Columbia University Unveils Spring Pop-Up Concerts

Miller Theatre At Columbia University Unveils Spring Pop-Up Concerts

by BWW News Desk — February 17, 2026
Miller Theatre at Columbia University has announced its spring Pop-Up Concerts series, featuring free onstage performances by Alexis Gerlach, Eleonore Oppenheim, Alice Teyssier, and Imani Winds.
Sono Luminus To Release SEMMELWEIS, A New Song Cycle By Raymond J. Lustig

Sono Luminus To Release SEMMELWEIS, A New Song Cycle By Raymond J. Lustig

by BWW News Desk — February 17, 2026
Sono Luminus will release SEMMELWEIS, a new song cycle by Raymond J.
TIMBRE TANTRUM To Showcase Violas at Rhythmic Arts Center NYC

TIMBRE TANTRUM To Showcase Violas at Rhythmic Arts Center NYC

by BWW News Desk — February 17, 2026
Composers Concordance will present TIMBRE TANTRUM – VIOLAS at Rhythmic Arts Center NYC on March 14.
Louisville Orchestra Reveals 2026-2027 Season - Leslie Odom, Jr., Verdi’s Requiem a

Louisville Orchestra Reveals 2026-2027 Season - Leslie Odom, Jr., Verdi’s Requiem and More

by BWW News Desk — February 17, 2026
The Louisville Orchestra has announced its 2026-2027 season, featuring a diverse range of performances set to captivate audiences.
Soovin Kim And Ieva Jokūbavičiūtė To Perform Beethoven Sonatas In Portland

Soovin Kim And Ieva Jokūbavičiūtė To Perform Beethoven Sonatas In Portland

by BWW News Desk — February 16, 2026
Chamber Music Northwest will present Soovin Kim and Ieva Jokūbavičiūtė in a Beethoven violin sonata recital in Portland.
The Soraya to Host Joshua Bell, NY Philharmonic Quartet, and Mahler Chamber Orchestra

The Soraya to Host Joshua Bell, NY Philharmonic Quartet, and Mahler Chamber Orchestra

by BWW News Desk — February 16, 2026
The Soraya will present a series of classical music performances featuring Joshua Bell, the New York Philharmonic String Quartet, and the Mahler Chamber Orchestra with Yuja Wang.
Springfield Chamber Players Will Present WINDSCAPE at 52 Sumner

Springfield Chamber Players Will Present WINDSCAPE at 52 Sumner

by BWW News Desk — February 13, 2026
Springfield Chamber Players will present WINDSCAPE on Sunday, March 1 at 3 p.
Olivia Belli Releases Piano Concerto DAIMON on Sony Classical

Olivia Belli Releases Piano Concerto DAIMON on Sony Classical

by BWW News Desk — February 13, 2026
Italian pianist and composer Olivia Belli has released her first piano concerto, DAIMON, on Sony Classical.
Tafelmusik Unveils 2026/27 Season Lineup Featuring Classical Masterpieces

Tafelmusik Unveils 2026/27 Season Lineup Featuring Classical Masterpieces

by BWW News Desk — February 13, 2026
Tafelmusik will present its 2026/27 season, showcasing a series of classical music performances.
Marin Alsop Leads #PurpleBaton Campaign to Boost Women Conductors

Marin Alsop Leads #PurpleBaton Campaign to Boost Women Conductors

by BWW News Desk — February 13, 2026
Legendary conductor Marin Alsop, in partnership with the Taki Alsop Conducting Fellowship (TACF), will lead #PurpleBaton, a global social media movement advancing the careers of women conductors in classical music.
Michael Pärt Will Give Pre-Concert Talks at Arvo Pärt’s Music For Strings Perform

Michael Pärt Will Give Pre-Concert Talks at Arvo Pärt’s Music For Strings Performed By Experiential Orchestra

by BWW News Desk — February 13, 2026
The GRAMMY️-winning Experiential Orchestra (EXO) will continue its 2025-2026 season, titled Origins, running from November 2025 through May 2026.
National Chamber Ensemble to Present CHORDS OF DESIRE: BROADWAY AND OPERA FAVORITES

National Chamber Ensemble to Present CHORDS OF DESIRE: BROADWAY AND OPERA FAVORITES

by BWW News Desk — February 12, 2026
The National Chamber Ensemble will present a special Valentine's concert this Saturday, offering a memorable evening of music.
Arena di Verona Opera Festival Unveils 103rd Season

Arena di Verona Opera Festival Unveils 103rd Season

by BWW News Desk — February 12, 2026
The Arena di Verona Opera Festival, renowned for its historic open-air venue, will present a diverse lineup of opera performances from June to September 2026.
Luna Composition Lab Debuts HANNAH WOLKOWITZ: AN OCEAN ESCAPADE Short Film

Luna Composition Lab Debuts HANNAH WOLKOWITZ: AN OCEAN ESCAPADE Short Film

by BWW News Desk — February 12, 2026
Luna Composition Lab has released a new short film titled 'Hannah Wolkowitz: An Ocean Escapade', marking the 10th anniversary of LunaLab.
Augustin Hadelich Named Artistic Partner at Mahler Chamber Orchestra

Augustin Hadelich Named Artistic Partner at Mahler Chamber Orchestra

by BWW News Desk — February 12, 2026
Violinist Augustin Hadelich has been appointed as the new Artistic Partner of the Mahler Chamber Orchestra, marking a significant collaboration.
Review: IVAN FISHER AND THE BUDAPEST FESTIVAL ORCHESTRA at Carnegie Hall

Review: IVAN FISHER AND THE BUDAPEST FESTIVAL ORCHESTRA at Carnegie Hall

by Peter Danish — February 11, 2026
On February 7 at Carnegie Hall, the Budapest Festival Orchestra offered a performance of Mahler’s Symphony No.
Review: FORGING AN AMERICAN MUSICAL IDENTITY at Carnegie Hall

Review: FORGING AN AMERICAN MUSICAL IDENTITY at Carnegie Hall

by Joanna Barouch — February 11, 2026
What is the American musical identity? A question for this special year!

Leonard Slatkin to Lead Nashville Symphony as New Music Director

by BWW News Desk — February 11, 2026
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Mendelssohn Choir Of Pittsburgh Appoints Cameron Gunsbury-Massey As Executive Directo

Mendelssohn Choir Of Pittsburgh Appoints Cameron Gunsbury-Massey As Executive Director

by BWW News Desk — February 11, 2026
Cameron Gunsbury-Massey has been appointed as the new Executive Director of the Mendelssohn Choir of Pittsburgh, bringing extensive experience in arts leadership and community engagement.
American Youth Chamber Orchestra Opens Enrollment for 2026 Chamber Music Programs

American Youth Chamber Orchestra Opens Enrollment for 2026 Chamber Music Programs

by BWW News Desk — February 11, 2026
Study with world-class faculty from Juilliard, Oberlin, Berklee, and other top music conservatories around the world at the American Youth Chamber Orchestra (AYCO) located in the west suburbs of Chicago.
Kristin Lee and Sandbox Percussion to Debut Vivian Fung's Latest Composition

Kristin Lee and Sandbox Percussion to Debut Vivian Fung's Latest Composition

by BWW News Desk — February 11, 2026
Violinist Kristin Lee and GRAMMY-nominated ensemble Sandbox Percussion are joining forces this year to give the premiere performances of a new work composed for them by JUNO Award-winning composer Vivian Fung.
Chicago Philharmonic Joins SLEEPING AT LAST for Orlando Concert

Chicago Philharmonic Joins SLEEPING AT LAST for Orlando Concert

by BWW News Desk — February 10, 2026
The Chicago Philharmonic will collaborate with artist Ryan O'Neal, known as Sleeping At Last, for a concert at the Dr.
Academy of Music Theatre Unveils Spring 2026 Youth Programs

Academy of Music Theatre Unveils Spring 2026 Youth Programs

by BWW News Desk — February 10, 2026
The Academy of Music Theatre in Northampton will present a series of youth programs in spring 2026, continuing its tradition of fostering creativity and education in the arts.

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