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LA VILLE MORTE Comes to the Greek National Opera This Month
by Stephi Wild - Jan 11, 2024


The legendary opera La Ville morte, the only opera ever composed by leading music educator and conductor Nadia Boulanger, in collaboration with her mentor Raoul Pugno, will be given its Greek premiere –and only its third ever production worldwide– on the GNO Alternative Stage, at the SNFCC.

National Chamber Ensemble Presents THE PASSION OF THE TANGO As A Valentine Special
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 10, 2024


The National Chamber Ensemble presents 'The Passion of the Tango' as a Valentine Special concert. Join us next month for an unforgettable evening of music.

The Plano Symphony Orchestra Offers A Celestial Journey In January
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 5, 2024


The Plano Symphony Orchestra (PSO) continues its 41st Season, Out of this World, with An Interplanetary Experience. The concert is a multi-media musical exploration featuring award-winning accordionist Sofía Ros performing Piazzolla's Concerto for Bandoneón and Orchestra. Also joining the PSO will be the Plano Civic Chorus Women's Choir, with the evening's celestial journey concluding with Holst's beloved suite The Planets.

Nadia Boulanger's Opera LA VILLE MORTE Comes to GNO in January
by Stephi Wild - Dec 15, 2023


The Greek National Opera (GNO) presents the Greek premiere of La Ville morte (The Dead City), the only opera composed by Nadia Boulanger—one of the most important conductors and music educators, and mentor to some of the greatest music figures of the 20th century—in collaboration with her mentor Raoul Pugno, to a libretto by Gabriele D'Annunzio.

Catapult Opera Presents American Premiere Of Nadia Boulanger's Only Opera, LA VILLA MORTE
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2023


Catapult Opera's production of Nadia Boulanger's La Ville Morte will mark the first time New York audiences will get to experience the sole opera from “the most renowned composition teacher of the 20th century — if not of all musical history” (The New York Times).

DANCING WITH THE STARS Finale to Feature Music From Taylor Swift, Beyoncé & More
by Michael Major - Dec 1, 2023


The episode will feature dances to music from Mariah Carey, Jason Mraz, Rick James, Frank Sinatra, Spice Girls, Astor Piazzolla, Katy Perry, Gloria Estefan, C2C featuring Derek Martin, Beyoncé, Ciara, Destiny’s Child, Sam i & Jarina De Marco featuring Anitta & BIA, District 78, Taylor Swift, and Jennifer Lopez.

Canta Libre Chamber Ensemble Will Perform in Concert at Huntington's Heckscher Museum of Art
by Stephi Wild - Nov 24, 2023


The acclaimed Canta Libre Chamber Ensemble will present a concert of music for flute, strings and harp, on Friday, December 1 @ 7 PM at Heckscher Museum of Art, 2 Prime Avenue in Huntington, NY.

Leonardo Suarez Paz's PIAZZOLLA 100 Brings A Unique Narrative to the Stage with HER TANGO
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2023


Leonardo Suarez Paz's PIAZZOLLA 100 presents Her TANGO, a captivating blend of music, dance, and poetry, offering a fresh perspective on the essence and evolution of tango through the female gaze.

Chamber Music Northwest Presents Return of Grammy Award-winning Catalyst Quartet
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 10, 2023


Grammy Award-winning Catalyst Quartet returns with Latin-inspired program ¡Viva la Música! for final Artists-in-Residence concert at The Old Church on November 30.

Ruth Negga, Premiere From Anne Teresa de Keersmaeker & More Set for NYU Skirball 2024 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 10, 2023


Get ready for an exciting 2024 season at NYU Skirball, featuring acclaimed actress Ruth Negga and a highly anticipated premiere from renowned choreographer Anne Teresa de Keersmaeker. Explore the lineup and mark your calendars for this unforgettable season of performances.

Missing Link Ensemble Makes Their US Debut With IMPROVING THE SILENCE at The National Opera Center
by Stephi Wild - Nov 8, 2023


Missing Link is an ensemble and multi-dimensional project, striving to rebuild the bond between performers and composers, and between audiences and contemporary music. Their program features works by Lynn Bechtold, Dan Cooper, Emiliano Revert, Gene Pritsker, Iván Enrique Rodriguez, & Gabi Yaya.

Canta Libre Chamber Ensemble to Perform Flute, Strings, and Harp Concert at Cold Spring Harbor Library
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 27, 2023


Join Canta Libre Chamber Ensemble for an Afternoon of Flute, Strings, and Harp Music at Cold Spring Harbor Library

New York Festival Of Song Presents GRACIAS A LA VIDA
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 26, 2023


​​​​​​​New York Festival of Song (NYFOS), led by Artistic Director Steven Blier, continues its Mainstage season with Gracias a la vida, a musical tour of South America, with songs from Brazil, Bolivia, Argentina, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, and Chile, on Tuesday, December 5, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. at Merkin Hall.

Violinist Machiko Ozawa Performs at Rockwood Music Hall Stage 2 Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 20, 2023


Japanese violinist Machiko Ozawa will give a solo violin show, Tango But Violin, on November 12th, 2023 at 5:30pm at Rockwood Music Hall Stage 2 in NYC.

Gabriela Ortiz Unveils Two New Orchestral Works at California Festival
by Stephi Wild - Oct 18, 2023


This November sees two world premieres by Gabriela Ortiz, both performed by the Los Angeles Philharmonic and Gustavo Dudamel.

Pianist Rosa Antonelli to Perform THE ROMANTIC SPIRIT OF LATIN AMERICA at Manhattan's Consulate of Argentina
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 11, 2023


Join pianist Rosa Antonelli for an enchanting concert, 'The Romantic Spirit of Latin America,' featuring the music of renowned Latin American composers. Don't miss this unforgettable performance at Manhattan's Consulate of Argentina on October 27. Reserve your free tickets now!

Vincent Simone Heads Out on UK Tour With TANGO PASSIONS
by Stephi Wild - Oct 11, 2023


Renowned dancer and Strictly Come Dancing star, Vincent Simone, is set to take the stage by storm with his latest tour -  Tango Passions. 

Baltimore Center Stage Hosts First Ever Locally Grown Festival
by Stephi Wild - Oct 6, 2023


Baltimore Center Stage has announced the first ever Locally Grown Festival, a celebration of Charm City's performers, artists, and makers. Learn more about the upcoming event here!

Violin Virtuoso To Join Vancouver Symphony Orchestra USA For November Concert
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 5, 2023


The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra USA continues its 2023/24 season on November 4 and 5 with guest conductor Maestra Sarah Ioannides and award-winning violinist Philippe Quint performing the haunting theme from The Red Violin.

Dances We Dance Presents 2023 Fall Season Running November 1-4
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 29, 2023


Dances We Dance presents their 2023 Fall Season from November 1-4. Don't miss this exciting event featuring a variety of dance performances.

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