Astor Piazzolla News

Opus Two, violin-piano duo, will perform at the Crocker Museum of Art on Sunday, April 10, 2022 at 3pm.  The program, inspired from art on view at the Museum, Diverse Voices: Distinctive Works for Violin and Piano, will include works by Amy Beach, George Walker, Astor Piazzolla, Meira Washauer and William Grant Still.

Opera Hispánica will present the great Chilean soprano Verónica Villarroel in a romantic recital titled Y Volveré at El Teatro of El Museo del Barrio on April 7th at 7:30 PM, 1230 Fifth Avenue along Museum Mile.

Sitting onstage just feet from world-class performers is an exhilarating experience, even more with the St. Lawrence String Quartet, an exciting ensemble that plays with what the Boston Globe calls “irresistible exuberance” and a sense of joy.

On Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at 7:30pm, Aspect Chamber Music Series presents multiple GRAMMY Award-nominated violinist Philippe Quint in the highly-anticipated New York premiere of Philippe Quint in Charlie Chaplin's Smile with pianist Jun Cho, in celebration of Chaplin's 133rd birthday.

When Marlene Dietrich phoned a young singer out of the blue, the icon stayed on the line for an unforgettable three hours...30 years later West End and Broadway star Ute Lemper reveals all in her 5-star critically acclaimed show 'Ute Lemper: Rendezvous With Marlene'.

Newton’s New Philharmonia Orchestra (New Phil) continues the 27th season of “Music for All” with New Phil Reawakened - Sights & Sounds on Sunday, March 27th at 3 p.m. The program will celebrate the sights, sounds and tastes of Italy and Latin America. Led by Principal Conductor Jorge Soto and featuring Venezuelan trombonist Angel Subero, the performance will include works by Mendelssohn, William Grant Still, and Astor Piazzolla. To enhance the Latin American experience, the New Phil will be providing guests with a special treat from Che! Empanada in Newtonville to take home following the concert.

Multiple GRAMMY Award-nominated violinist Philippe Quint will make his highly-anticipated debut with the New World Symphony on Saturday, March 19, 2022 at 7:30pm. Conducted by Richard Kaufman, the concert, entitled Music of the Silver Screen, will feature numerous selections from beloved classic Hollywood films.

New England Conservatory and piano faculty Tatyana Dudochkin present 'A Salute to Astor Piazzolla: 30th Annual Composer Anniversary Celebration' on April 3, 2022 at 3:00pm ET in Jordan Hall (290 Huntington Ave. Boston, MA 02115).

The Music Institute of Chicago has partnered with Strings of Latin America and the Reverón Piano Trio to produce Celebración de la Música Latinoamericana, a three-concert guest artist series featuring music by Latin-American composers in April and May at Nichols Concert Hall, 1490 Chicago Avenue, Evanston. The performances also will be available via livestream.

As part of its Outstanding Performances Series, Alberta Bair Theater presents From Brahms to Beatles by world renowned Rastrelli Cello Quartet, whose virtuosity is equally matched by its versatility, on Wednesday, February 23 at 7:30pm.

The University of Northern Colorado will host this Valentine's Day concert on Monday, February 14, 2022, at 6:30 PM MT in Kepner Hall (Milne Auditorium).

Joe's Pub will bring back Edward W. Hardy, founder and artistic director of the Omnipresent Music Festival, and acclaimed music director & pianist Drew Wutke, for a concert full of heartfelt music that ranges from Classical to Broadway music.

The program features the technically brilliant, classical work Within the Golden Raga, choreographed by Kunal Ranchod; the contemporary work, infused with sultry Argentine tango, Cuatro Estaciones, choreographed by Ballet Kelowna’s own Artistic Director and CEO Simone Orlando; and the uplifting and joyful MAMBO, choreographed by Alysa Pires. 

New England Conservatory has announced their spring 2022 Season. Highlights include NEC Wind Ensemble and Choirs offer a 50th anniversary celebration of the Wind Ensemble by presenting Igor Stravinsky's 'Symphony of Psalms,' and the world premiere commission of Chris Brubeck's first wind ensemble piece, 'Fifty'.

New York Festival of Song, led by Artistic Director Steven Blier, continues its 2021-22 Mainstage Series with Buenos Aires, Then and Now on Tuesday, February 15, 2022 at 8:00pm at Merkin Hall at Kaufman Music Center.

South Florida Symphony Orchestra (SFSO) rings in 2022 with the old and the new!  The esteemed orchestra, conducted by Sebrina María Alfonso, will perform the world premiere of local composer John D. Gottsch's Princess Yurievskaya followed by Tchaikovsky's Pathétique as part of its Masterworks III series.

Las Vegas Philharmonic announces its 2021/2022 Spotlight Concert Series, is on sale now and offers a unique experience of being up close and personal in intimate chamber concerts featuring members of the orchestra and artist-in-residence, Joshua Roman. Hear the stories behind the music and the inspiration they've provided as musicians share their favorite pieces for small ensembles.

WFMT will celebrate its 70th anniversary on Monday, December 13 with a day of exciting performances featuring an impressive roster of special guests. This all-day celebration will air/stream live from Northeastern Illinois University's 'Jewel Box' Recital Hall on 98.7FM, the website, and the WFMT app.

As live performances return to venues throughout Southern California, Irvine Barclay Theatre welcomes a new season featuring an array of renowned performers, from iconic dancers to Grammy-winning artists, the beloved holiday classic The Nutcracker, and Emmy nominee and social commentator Fran Lebowitz, among others.

Hallelujah! Sebrina María Alfonso will conduct the South Florida Symphony Orchestra's premiere performance of Handel's glorious holiday tradition, Messiah!