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The Des Moines Symphony Will Perform HOPE - COPLAND & GERSHWIN in April
by Stephi Wild - Jan 5, 2026

The Des Moines Symphony will bring a blend of American classics to the stage this spring with “Hope – Copland & Gershwin,” a Masterworks concert scheduled for April 18 and April 19, 2026, at the Des Moines Civic Center.

The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra Will Perform AMERICAN VOICES Concert
by Stephi Wild - Jan 5, 2026

The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra will present American Voices, a concert celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., at Cincinnati Music Hall. Learn more here!

Southbank Centre Will Host Live 'Classical Mixtape' With Six Orchestras
by Stephi Wild - Dec 16, 2025

The Southbank Centre has announced Classical Mixtape: A Live Takeover (Thu 5 Feb 2026), a multi-venue event bringing together more than 200 musicians from six orchestras for a night of classical music's greatest hits.

The Dessoff Choirs to Present Annual Holiday Concerts: WELCOME YULE & MESSIAH SING
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 13, 2025

​​​​​​​The Dessoff Choirs - led by Music Director Malcolm J. Merriweather - will present its annual holiday concerts: Welcome Yule, followed by Messiah Sing.

New World Symphony to Host 2026 I DREAM A WORLD FESTIVAL: LIFT EVERY VOICE AND SING
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 12, 2025

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.

The Dessoff Choirs to Open 2025�"26 Season with Hailstork, Howells & León at Brick Church
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 30, 2025

The Dessoff Choirs will launch its 2025–2026 season on Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. at Brick Church (1140 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10128) with a program that pairs contemporary American voices with a luminous English masterwork.

Conductor Cristian Măcelaru Reveals 2025-2026 Season Highlights�¿
by Stephi Wild - Aug 14, 2025

GRAMMY Award-winning conductor Cristian Măcelaru announces a 2025-2026 season marking the start of his tenure as Music Director of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, among numerous other titled and guest engagements.

Pasadena Chorale Season Includes REBIRTH, I BELIEVE, & More
by Emmy Rice - Aug 9, 2025

Following its most attended season to date and a prestigious win of the American Prize in Choral Performance, the Pasadena Chorale has announced its 2025–2026 season.

Scottsdale Symphonic Orchestra Celebrates the United States' 250th Anniversary Through Music
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 30, 2025

This season, leading up to the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, Scottsdale Symphonic Orchestra will deliver “The American Journey: Struggle, Spirit, and Triumph,” a six-concert series at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts. 

The Dessoff Choirs Unveils 2025-2026 Season Featuring Bach and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 30, 2025

​​​​​​​The Dessoff Choirs - led by Music Director Malcolm J. Merriweather - has revealed its 2025-2026 season. Learn more here and see how to purchase tickets!

Youth Orchestras of San Antonio Unveils 2025/26 YOSA Philharmonic Season at the Tobin Center
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 25, 2025

The Youth Orchestras of San Antonio (YOSA) has unveiled its 2025/26 YOSA Philharmonic concert season, offering a powerful lineup of orchestral masterworks, film favorites, festive collaborations, and thought-provoking tributes—all under the baton of Music Director and Philharmonic Conductor Troy Peters.

Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestra to Kick Off Spain Tour With Free Concert In Millennium Park
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2025

Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestras, which inspires and cultivates personal excellence through music, kicks off summer with a celebratory Tour of Spain Launch Concert. Learn more!

Cantus Reveals 2025-26 Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - May 30, 2025

 Cantus has announced its 2025-26 season activities, including performances at home in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul and on tour throughout the country, along with a new recording release and collaboration with Minnesota Public Radio.

Pasadena Chorale Celebrates American Choral Tradition With SING AMERICA PART 2 In June
by A.A. Cristi - May 17, 2025

Pasadena Chorale will conclude its 2024–2025 season with Sing America Part Two: E Pluribus Unum, a sweeping and celebratory program that showcases the richness and diversity of America's choral tradition, on Wednesday, June 11 at 7:30 p.m. at First United Methodist Church Pasadena.

Baryshnikov Arts and Orchestra of St. Luke's Celebrate Milestone Anniversaries with Immersive Concert Experience
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 15, 2025

Baryshnikov Arts will continue the celebration of its milestone 20th anniversary this spring in collaboration with Orchestra of St. Luke’s (OSL) the organization that shares its building and which is marking its 50-year anniversary. 

Aspen Music Festival's Summer Lineup Includes Patti LuPone Concert, World Premiere, & More
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 26, 2025

This summer, vocal music takes center stage at the Aspen Music Festival and School (AMFS). The 2025 festival will present the staged world premiere of Siddhartha, She, a recital from Patti LuPone, and more.

Freddie Ballentine and Kunal Lahiry Recital Leads Slate of Spring Events at Seattle Opera
by Stephi Wild - Mar 19, 2025

Seattle Opera will kick off the spring season with an exciting pair of recitals, led by a special one-night-only appearance from tenor Freddie Ballentine and pianist Kunal Lahiry.

Gateways Festival Orchestra Returns To Carnegie Hall In April
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 11, 2025

Gateways Music Festival in association with Eastman School of Music of the University of Rochester celebrates the transformative power of Black classical artistry with Spring Festival 2025 in Rochester, NY (April 21–24) and New York City (April 24–27).

Florida Grand Opera To Present FEMMES FANTASTIQUES: A MUSICAL TRIBUTE TO WOMEN IN THE ARTS
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 6, 2025

Florida Grand Opera will present SongFest: Femmes Fantastiques, a dynamic and moving musical tribute celebrating the legacy and innovation of women composers.

Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra Unveils Inaugural Season With New Music Director Cristian Măcelaru
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 7, 2025

The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra (CSO) has unveiled its 2025­­­–26 season, the first under the leadership of new Music Director Cristian Măcelaru. This season introduces an ambitious programming vision that balances timeless orchestral works with contemporary voices.