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New York Philharmonic and University of Michigan Announce Residency
Tuesday, December 02, 2014
The New York Philharmonic and the University Musical Society in Ann Arbor, MI, on Tuesday announced a three-season partnership.
Wolfgang Rihm Wins $100K Grawemeyer Award
Monday, December 01, 2014
A composition that celebrates a concert hall's "vineyard"-style seating design wins a major award.
Classical Holiday Concerts for Every Taste in 2014
Friday, November 28, 2014
From medieval Christmas fare to tuba carolers and countless versions of Handel's Messiah, here are some concerts around New York to help you get in the holiday spirit.
Sale of New York City Opera's Remaining Assets Expected in Early 2015
Tuesday, November 25, 2014
A sale of New York City Opera's remaining assets is expected take place as soon as January, after a bankruptcy court gave the company a Dec. 18 deadline.
Bayreuth Festival Opts for a Less Provocative Parsifal
Monday, November 24, 2014
Days after the Bayreuth Festival parted ways with the theatrical provocateur Jonathan Meese over his planned production of Parsifal, the festival announced a replacement.
Five Bach Pieces That Sound Better on a Piano than a Harpsichord
Monday, November 24, 2014
Angela Hewitt, a pianist particularly distinguished for her Bach performances, shares her top five Bach pieces that sound best – yes, best! – on a modern grand.
How Attached Are New Yorkers to the Name Avery Fisher Hall?
Friday, November 21, 2014
With the recent announcement that Lincoln Center will release Avery Fisher Hall's naming rights, the question of brand recognition comes into sharper focus.
One Pianist, Two Keyboards: Christopher Taylor's Bach Variation
Thursday, November 20, 2014
Christopher Taylor, a pianist known for his marathon piano projects, talks about performing Bach's Goldberg Variations on an unusual piano.
Marina Abramović to Perform Bach's Goldberg Variations at the Park Avenue Armory
Wednesday, November 19, 2014
Provocative performance artist Marina Abramović and the young pianist Igor Levit are to collaborate on a presentation of Bach's "Goldberg Variations" in December 2015 at the Armory.
Time for Three Bassist Denied Access to US Airways Flight
Tuesday, November 18, 2014
A bassist who says that his instrument was barred from a US Airways flight has taken his grievances to YouTube.
Utah Symphony Targets Ski Bums With Discount Program
Monday, November 17, 2014
The Utah Symphony and Opera on Monday announced a new ticketing promotion aimed at the many skiers who converge on Salt Lake City every winter.
Is Faith Required To Perform Sacred Classical Music?
Friday, November 14, 2014
Do the best performances of Bach – or of any sacred work – come from musicians who identify with their spiritual message?
Lincoln Center to Rename Avery Fisher Hall
Thursday, November 13, 2014
Lincoln Center said Thursday that it has reached an agreement to rename Avery Fisher Hall after a large donor as it prepares for a $500 million-plus gut renovation.
Steinway Leaving 57th Street Space for Times Square Area
Wednesday, November 12, 2014
After 90 years on West 57th St., Steinway & Sons is moving its showroom and offices to Sixth Avenue and 43rd Street.
After Anna Netrebko Quits Munich Manon, Company Brings Her Back in Eugene Onegin
Monday, November 10, 2014
Since Anna Netrebko's 11th-hour withdrawal from the title role of Puccini's Manon Lescaut at the Bavarian State Opera, the production has become the object of much speculation.
As East Berliners Celebrated Freedom, Rostropovich Played Bach
Saturday, November 08, 2014
Sunday marks the 25th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall. In recognition, our Albums of the Week include Rostropovich's Bach Suites, recorded in the aftermath.
Atlanta Symphony Musicians and Bosses Reach Tentative Deal
Friday, November 07, 2014
The Atlanta Symphony Orchestras musicians and management have reached a tentative agreement on a new contract, potentially ending a 10-week lockout.
Opera Singer Montserrat Caballé Reaches Deal to Avoid Jail for Tax Evasion
Thursday, November 06, 2014
Opera singer Montserrat Caballé has reached a deal with the Spanish tax authorities that will have her pay a fine but avoid jail time over tax evasion charges.
Dejan Lazic, Pianist Who Demanded Removal of Review, Confronts Critic
Tuesday, November 04, 2014
The pianist Dejan Lazic wants Google to remove a critical review from its search results. He explains why to the critic, Anne Midgette of the Washington Post.
Musical America Names Director Peter Sellars Artist of the Year
Tuesday, November 04, 2014
Musical America has named opera and theater director Peter Sellars as its 2015 Artist of the Year. Four other honors were also announced Tuesday.
