Terence Blanchard News

Wolf Trap Opera has announced the cast for its 2026 summer season, showcasing a dynamic roster of emerging artists in one of the country's leading training grounds for rising opera talent.

San Francisco Opera will present its second annual Pride Concert on June 26 at the War Memorial Opera House, hosted by Sapphira Cristál, with conductor Robert Mollicone leading soloists Melody Moore, Nikola Printz, and Reginald Smith, Jr.

Emmy award-winning composer Theodore Shapiro will be honored with the BMI Icon Award at the 2026 BMI Film, TV and Visual Media Awards on May 13th in Beverly Hills, CA.

The Houston Ebony Opera Guild will present OPERA GEMS: A CELEBRATION OF AMERICAN OPERA on April 26, 2026, at Heights Church, featuring works by Scott Joplin, William Grant Still, Samuel Barber, and Terence Blanchard.

Markel Reed will sing the title role in the world premiere of FREDERICK: CANTATA ON THE LIFE OF FREDERICK DOUGLASS in Worcester. The new work by Brian Story will be performed April 25 at Mechanics Hall.

The Ravinia Festival has announced its 2026 season, which will showcase a lineup of more than 90 artists. This season also marks the unveiling of the newly redesigned Hunter Pavilion. The festival, known for its diverse range of performances, continues to be a significant event in the cultural calendar, attracting music lovers from various genres. The updated venue is expected to enhance the audience experience, providing a modernized space for performances.

Baritone Will Liverman and DJ King Rico will present the world premiere of FACTOTUM: GROOM & GLOW LOUNGE at Wells Theater, Norfolk, VA, enhancing the soul opera's scope.

SFJAZZ will present a March 2026 lineup spanning jazz, blues, soul, and more at the SFJAZZ Center and partner venues. Performances will include Veotis Latchison, Omar Sosa (in multiple programs), Bill Frisell’s 75th Birthday Celebration, Immanuel Wilkins (including the world premiere of an SFJAZZ-commissioned work), José James, Lakecia Benjamin, and additional artists. 

The Society of Composers and Lyricists announced the winners of the 7th Annual SCL Awards held February 6 at the Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles.

SFJAZZ will present Milestones: Celebrating Miles & Trane at 100, SFJAZZ’s largest annual fundraiser at the SFJAZZ Center and San Francisco City Hall.

The Boston Pops has announced its 2026 spring season at Symphony Hall under conductor Keith Lockhart. The lineup includes performances by Jon Batiste, Leslie Odom, Jr., Ben Folds, Pink Martini, and St. Vincent.

Community Arts Music Association (CAMA) of Santa Barbara will conclude its 2025-26 Masterseries at the Lobero Theatre on March 12 with a special performance by the acclaimed Sphinx Virtuosi.

The Society of Composers & Lyricists has announced nominees and honorees for the 7th Annual SCL Awards, taking place February 6, 2026. Highlights include a Rocky 50th anniversary tribute and the Spirit of Collaboration Award honoring Ludwig Göransson and Ryan Coogler.

SFJAZZ will present a diverse lineup of jazz performances in February 2026, featuring renowned artists and ensembles. The month-long event will take place at the iconic SFJAZZ Center in San Francisco.

​​​​​​​Spoleto Festival USA has announced its 2026 season, running May 22–June 7, 2026, featuring more than 110 performances across opera, dance, theater, music, jazz, and community programs.

The 92nd Street Y, New York will presentJulia Bullock, soprano; Seth Parker Woods, cello; and Conor Hanick, piano in Kaufmann Concert Hall, 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10128, on Friday, January 23, 2026 at 7:30PM.

New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival presented by Shell announced the music lineup for the 2025 event, scheduled for April 24 – May 4. Learn more here!

January will ring in a new year programming to SFJAZZ, featuring an ambitious slate of concerts that celebrate the full spectrum of jazz and its global influence. The lineup features Chris Botti and more.

YoungArts announced that Myles Cherette, a 12th Grader at Franklin High School, has been selected as a 2026 YoungArts award winner with distinction in Voice. Learn more here!

Artists coming up at Birdland Jazz Club include KT Sullivan, Stacy Sullivan, Jeff Harnar, and Todd Murray in We Love the Winter Weather, Jane Monheit, Bryce Edwards’ Frivolity Hour, Stacey Kent, and Klea Blackhurst / Jim Caruso & Billy Stritch’s A Swinging Birdland Christmas.