Cuba Trip Signals Minnesota Orchestra's Turnaround
Sunday, May 10, 2015
When the Minnesota Orchestra plays in Cuba this week, the visit will not only symbolize the reopening of relations between the U.S. and the communist nation, but also healing.
New Williamsburg Concert Hall, National Sawdust, to Open in October
Sunday, May 10, 2015
A long-delayed plan to turn a disused sawdust factory in Williamsburg, Brooklyn into a venue for classical and contemporary music appears to finally be taking shape.
American-Israeli Is New First Fiddle in Israel Philharmonic
Saturday, May 09, 2015
David Radzynski is still getting used to his first job out of college as the new concertmaster of the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra.
Orchestra Musician's Cello Damaged in Airline Mishap
Thursday, May 07, 2015
An orchestra musician's prized cello was badly damaged on a flight from LaGuardia on Wednesday, and he blames the airline’s baggage workers for recklessly handling it.
Collegiate Chorale, Chorus that Robert Shaw Founded, Inches Towards Broadway
Thursday, May 07, 2015
The Collegiate Chorale's two performances this week at Carnegie Hall of Kurt Weill's The Road of Promise represent the latest shift towards a more theatrical direction.
At Baltimore Symphony's Request, Design Students Restyle Orchestra Attire
Wednesday, May 06, 2015
A project involving the Baltimore Symphony and the design school Parsons aims to create concert attire that is more lightweight, breathable and contemporary.
Yannick Nézet-Séguin to Leave Rotterdam Philharmonic Post in 2018
Tuesday, May 05, 2015
The Rotterdam Philharmonic said on Tuesday that its in-demand principal conductor Yannick Nézet-Séguin will step down in 2018, his tenth year on the job.
Leipzig Quartet Violinist Pleads Not Guilty in Manhattan Court
Monday, May 04, 2015
Stefan Arzberger, the first violinist of the Leipzig String Quartet, pleaded not guilty to attempted murder, assault and strangulation in court on Friday.
12 Composers Who Were Inspired (or Injured!) by Bicycles
Friday, May 01, 2015
Sunday marks the 38th annual TD Five Boro Bike Tour and here are 12 connections between classical music and cycling.
Did North Korea Execute Four Orchestra Musicians?
Thursday, April 30, 2015
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un reportedly ordered the execution of four members of Pyongyang's Unhasu Orchestra last month.
Ravel's 'Gaspard De La Nuit': The Most Difficult Piano Piece Ever?
Thursday, April 30, 2015
Friday at 10:30 am, tune in for a recording of "Ondine" from "Gaspard de la Nuit," and take our poll.
Iconic Portrait of J.S. Bach Returns to Germany
Thursday, April 30, 2015
A portrait of Bach considered one of the most important paintings in the classical music world is being returned to his home city after a 250-year odyssey.
After Turmoil, Baltimore Symphony Plays Free Outdoor Concert
Wednesday, April 29, 2015
Members of the Baltimore Symphony gave a free concert Wednesday for a city that 36 hours earlier had been rocked by violent protests.
Met Museum to Expand Concerts to New Breuer Building
Wednesday, April 29, 2015
The Metropolitan Museum of Art is to announce its 2015-16 season Wednesday, one that will include the first performances in the newly acquired Met Breuer building.
Rolf Smedvig, Trumpeter Who Founded Empire Brass, Dies at 63
Tuesday, April 28, 2015
Rolf Smedvig, the charismatic trumpeter who co-founded the Empire Brass, one of the most successful brass quintets in the past half-century, died on Monday.
New John Cage Website Aims Set the Record Straight on Composer
Tuesday, April 28, 2015
"It's not about doing whatever the hell you want," the famously colorful conductor told an audience of supporters and journalists.
'American in Paris,' 'Fun Home' Get a Leading 12 Tony Noms
Monday, April 27, 2015
"An American in Paris" and "Fun Home" each received 12 Tony Award nominations.
Arts Groups Offer 'Sensory-Friendly' Performances for People with Autism
Sunday, April 26, 2015
A growing number of performing arts venues offer programs for families affected by autism spectrum disorder. It's helping some orchestras demonstrate their relevance.
Valentina Lisitsa to Give Toronto Recitals, a Month After Twitter Uproar
Friday, April 24, 2015
Valentina Lisitsa, the pianist known for her barbed Twitter commentary, has found a way to perform around Toronto after all.
Whitney Museum to Get Its First Dedicated Performance Space
Thursday, April 23, 2015
Feasts for the eye can be found at every turn in the Whitney Museum of American Art's new downtown space. But museum officials want to offer a buffet for the ears too.
