PHILADELPHIA CLASSICAL MUSIC NEWS COVERAGE

The Philadelphia Orchestra will return to Sarasota for a concert presented by the Sarasota Concert Association under the direction of Yannick Nézet-Séguin. ...

The Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts will present its Winter 2025 Concert Series this December, featuring performances from the school’s choral and instrumental ensembles....

The Philadelphia Gay Men's Chorus will present three holiday concerts on December 4 and 6 at the Independence Seaport Museum. The program will feature traditional, sacred, and contemporary selections, along with choreographed dance elements....

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....

The Philly Pops will welcome Conductor Chris Dragon to the podium in Marian Anderson Hall at the Kimmel Center for his first performance as Music Director in this venue. Learn more!...

The Philadelphia Orchestra and Ensemble Arts have announced two senior leadership appointments: Dr. Kobie Smith as Chief Philanthropy Officer and Jamie Shover as Vice President of Information Technology....

The Philadelphia Orchestra has named Joe Hisaishi composer-in-residence through the 2026–27 season. The partnership includes a world premiere concerto, major recording project, contemporary music series, and mentorship for Philadelphia students. ...

The Philadelphia Youth Orchestra Music Institute has appointed four leaders to its Board of Trustees: Gina Clark, Liesl Henderson, Dr. Nick Jones, and Jeffrey R. Rush....

Penn Live Arts will open its 2025–26 season with Mark Morris Dance Group and the Branford Marsalis Quartet. The weekend of performances runs September 26–28 at the Michael Young Theatre....

The Philadelphia Orchestra has announced new programs and updates for its 2025–2026 season under the leadership of Music and Artistic Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin, as the ensemble prepares to celebrate its 125th anniversary. ...

It’s a new day for one of Philadelphia’s most iconic musical legacies. On July 1, The No Name Pops is reborn as the Philly Pops....

Philadelphia International Music Festival - Vanoli Cremona is open to advanced violinists and cellists between the ages of 13 and 19, and will take place from July 28 through August 7, 2025 in Cremona, Italy....