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World Premiere Ballet by Justin Peck and More Set for New York City Ballet 2026 Winter Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 7, 2026


New York City Ballet’s 2026 Winter Season will feature a world premieres by Justin Peck and NYCB Artist in Residence Alexei Ratmansky, two early ballets by Balanchine and more.

Violinist Timothy Chooi Honored With Stradivari Loan From Nippon Music Foundation in Japan
by Stephi Wild - Oct 6, 2025


International violinist Timothy Chooi has recently been honored with the loan of the Stradivarius 1714 “Dolphin” violin from the Nippon Music Foundation in Tokyo, Japan.

Theatergoing in the Time of The Gilded Age
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Aug 24, 2025


The Gilded Age recently wrapped up its third season on HBO, to record-setting viewership. Much to the delight of theatre fans, the cast of the show includes a wealth of actors who are beloved for their work in theatre. Cast by Adam Caldwell and Bernie Telsey, The Gilded Age shoots in the New York area, which gave the team the ability to cast many actors who regularly work in theatre.

David Finckel and Wu Han Come to Chamber Music Northwest
by Stephi Wild - Jan 17, 2025


Chamber Music Northwest (CMNW) will present cellist David Finckel and pianist Wu Han—a duo revered for both their musical prowess and artistic leadership.

Boston Symphony Orchestra And Andris Nelsons Present BEETHOVEN & ROMANTICISM In January 2025
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 12, 2024


This January, the Boston Symphony Orchestra and Music Director Andris Nelsons present a special monthlong festival, Beethoven & Romanticism.

The Boston Pops Present Six Multimedia Concerts At Symphony Hall This Fall
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 13, 2024


The Boston Pops will host six multimedia concerts this fall, featuring the music of John Williams, circus acts, and Halloween-themed performances.

Shereen Ahmed Joins Cast of THE EYES OF THE WORLD: FROM D-DAY TO VE DAY with Boston Pops
by Blair Ingenthron - May 20, 2024


Broadway actress Shereen Ahmed (My Fair Lady) will join the cast of John Monsky's The Eyes of the World: From D-Day to VE Day, with the Boston Pops Orchestra.

Nathan Cole Named New BSO Concertmaster
by Blair Ingenthron - May 20, 2024


The Boston Symphony Orchestra and Music Director Andris Nelsons have announced the appointment of violinist Nathan Cole as the orchestra's new concertmaster. Cole will take the Charles Munch chair at the start of the BSO's 2024 Tanglewood season in July, becoming the orchestra's 11th concertmaster since its founding in 1881.

Three New Musicians To Join Boston Symphony Orchestra for 2024–25 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 30, 2024


Meet the new additions to the BSO for the 2024-25 season: Principal flute Lorna McGhee, associate principal bassoon Josh Baker, and percussionist Toby Grace. Their tenure starts in September 2024.

New York City Ballet Unveils 2024-25 Season Featuring 58 Ballets
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2024


New York City Ballet has revealed its 2024-25 season. See the productions and learn how to purchase tickets!

San Jose Chamber Orchestra Will Present THE TELEGRAPH QUARTET This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 13, 2024


San José Chamber Orchestra (SJCO) will continue its 33rd concert season with SJCO CHAMBER MUSIC, an intimate evening featuring special guests San Francisco-based Telegraph Quartet and SJCO principal players for one performance only, on Saturday, April 27.

San José Chamber Orchestra Presents THE TELEGRAPH QUARTET This April
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 29, 2024


San José Chamber Orchestra continues its 33rd concert season with SJCO CHAMBER MUSIC, an intimate evening featuring special guests San Francisco-based Telegraph Quartet and SJCO principal players for one performance only, on Saturday, April 27.

3-CD Box Set of George Enescu's Full Symphonies and Romanian Rhapsodies 1 & 2, Out This April
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 22, 2024


Discover the Orchestre National de France's new 3-CD box set, led by Cristian Măcelaru, featuring George Enescu’s full symphonies and Romanian Rhapsodies 1 & 2.

Sony Classical Releases Lucas Debargue's Remarkable Recording of Fauré's Complete Music for Solo Piano
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 23, 2024


Sony Classical releases Lucas Debargue's remarkable recording of Fauré’s complete music for solo piano, including the new single '3 Nocturnes, Op.33: III. Nocturne in A-Flat Major.' Album trailer available.

Clarinetist Charles Neidich to Return to the WA Concert Series at Tenri Cultural Institute
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2024


Renowned clarinetist Charles Neidich will return to the WA Concert Series at Tenri Cultural Institute on March 1, 2024. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Sony Classical to Release Fauré's Complete Music For Solo Piano From Lucas Debargue
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 12, 2024


Sony Classical has released Lucas Debargue's remarkable recording of Fauré’s Complete Music for Solo Piano.

Dr Ali Gumillya Baker Appointed to the Board at the Art Gallery of South Australia
by Stephi Wild - Nov 30, 2023


The Art Gallery of South Australia has announced the appointment of First Nations artist and academic Dr Ali Gumillya Baker to the Art Gallery Board effective Thursday 30 November, 2023.

Sony Classical To Release Lucas Debargue's Next Album FAURE'S COMPLETE MUSIC FOR SOLO PIANO
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 27, 2023


Sony Classical is set to release Lucas Debargue's next album, featuring Fauré’s Complete Music for Solo Piano.

Gilbert & Sullivan Society Of Houston Presents THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE At Hobby Center For The Performing Arts
by A.A. Cristi - May 18, 2023


The pirates come ashore in July as Gilbert & Sullivan Society of Houston, the longest-running opera company in Houston, presents the popular The Pirates of Penzance at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts' Zilkha Hall.

Staten Island Museum Announces Four New Trustees Ahead Of Sold-Out Gala
by A.A. Cristi - May 9, 2023


The Staten Island Museum has announced the recent appointment of four board members: Dr. Brahim Ardolic, Executive Director of Staten Island University Hospital; Niles French, Senior Representative for National Grid; Dr. Viola Ortiz, internal medical specialist; and Patricia Ternes recently retired R.N. from the FDNY/WTC 911 Program. The Staten Island Museum Board of Trustees is led by Board Chair Daniel Jost.

Richard 'Gus' Sebring Appointed As Winner Of The BSO's Coveted Principal Horn Position
by Stephi Wild - Apr 24, 2023


The Boston Symphony Orchestra and its music director Andris Nelsons are pleased to announce the appointment of Richard “Gus” Sebring—a BSO player since 1981—to the position of BSO Principal Horn. 

Boston Symphony Orchestra Sets 2023-24 Season Featuring a World Premiere & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 13, 2023


The 2023–24 Boston Symphony Orchestra season, October 5–May 4, has been programmed to offer the BSO’s most devoted audiences and newcomers alike an exciting and wide-ranging spectrum of musical styles and periods.

Christopher Mallett to Release The First Major Recording of Justin Holland's Music
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 12, 2023


Naxos is presenting San Francisco-based guitarist Christopher Mallett's new release championing the music of Justin Holland, America's first Black classical guitarist who made his name during the time of slavery. Titled Justin Holland, Guitar Works and Arrangements, “trailblazer' Mallett (The St. Louis Dispatch) deftly performs on this landmark recording featuring several world premieres.

EUGENE ONEGIN is Now Playing at Den Norske Opera
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2023


EUGENE ONEGIN is Now Playing at Den Norske Opera. Performances began on 11 February and run through 12 March.

Pianist Inon Barnatan Plays Brahms With The Princeton Symphony Orchestra Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Jan 24, 2023


On Saturday, February 4 at 8pm and Sunday, February 5 at 4pm, the Princeton Symphony Orchestra (PSO) welcomes back star pianist Inon Barnatan to Princeton for performances of Johannes Brahms' monumental Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-flat Major, Op. 83.

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