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Video: Miró Quartet Releases New Music Video 'Over The Rainbow'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 26, 2024


Discover the MIRÓ QUARTET's tribute to their hometown of Austin in their latest music video, OVER THE RAINBOW.

Kronos Quartet Archive Acquired By the Library of Congress
by A.A. Cristi - April 25, 2024


Kronos Quartet receives triple honors from the Library of Congress, including acquisition of their archive, D.Harrington's appointment as Kluge Chair, and 'Pieces of Africa' induction into the National Recording Registry.

Violin Superstar Joshua Bell Returns to the Lied Center for VOICE AND THE VIOLIN
by A.A. Cristi - April 25, 2024


Renowned violinist Joshua Bell makes a highly anticipated return to the Lied Center.

Chris Walden Leads Pacific Jazz Orchestra As Tony-Winner Aaron Tveit Makes His Soraya Debut
by A.A. Cristi - April 25, 2024


The Pacific Jazz Orchestra and Tony Award winner Aaron Tveit take the stage at The Soraya on May 11.

Choral Artists of Sarasota to Present Memorial Day Concert UNITED WE STAND At the Sarasota Opera House
by A.A. Cristi - April 25, 2024


Choral Artists of Sarasota honors the legacy of US Armed Forces with their inaugural Memorial Day concert, UNITED WE STAND.

See Composer/Pianist Lowell Liebermann & Flutist Brandon Patrick George In Recital in Newburgh, NY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 25, 2024


Join renowned composer/pianist Lowell Liebermann and GRAMMY-winning flutist Brandon Patrick George for a recital featuring Liebermann's works for flute in Newburgh, NY. Learn where and when you can see the performance!

Thirty Orchestras Join League Of American Orchestras Consortium
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 25, 2024


Thirty orchestras have joined the League of American Orchestras Consortium, marking a significant expansion in the American orchestral scene. Learn more!

Nadya Tolokonnikova, Creator of Pussy Riot, to Headline Benefit Event for the American Folk Art Museum
by A.A. Cristi - April 24, 2024


Join Pussy Riot founder Nadya Tolokonnikova at the American Folk Art Museum benefit show in New York. A unique opportunity to experience art and activism combined.

The Orchestra Now To Perform Debussy's 'Afternoon Of A Faun' & U.S. Premiere Of Dani Howard's Trombone Concerto
by A.A. Cristi - April 24, 2024


Experience the enchanting performance by THE ORCHESTRA NOW featuring Debussy’s AFTERNOON OF A FAUN and the U.S. Premiere of Dani Howard’s Trombone Concerto on May 19.

Sarasota Orchestra Reveals 2024-2025 Season Featuring Five Concert Series & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 24, 2024


Sarasota Orchestra has unveiled its 2024-2025 season. Learn more about the season and see how to purchase tickets.

Talea Ensemble to Close Out 15th Anniversary Season With Two Concerts At West End Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 24, 2024


Join the Talea Ensemble as they wrap up their 15th anniversary season with two captivating concerts at the West End Theatre. Learn when and where you can see the concerts and learn how to purchase tickets.

New England Conservatory Celebrates Spring With Concerts & Small Ensembles Fest
by Stephi Wild - April 24, 2024


Celebrate spring at New England Conservatory with a full day of music, food and dance during the Contemporary Musical Arts department's Small Ensembles Festival on Sunday, May 5. The department will also celebrate its small ensembles on Wednesday and Thursday, May 1 and 2.  

Camerata Pacifica Closes Season With Clarice Assad World Premiere For Accordion In May
by A.A. Cristi - April 23, 2024


Join Camerata Pacifica as they end their season with a world premiere by Clarice Assad for Accordion. The performances will take place from May 17-23 across LA, San Marino, Thousand Oaks, and Santa Barbara.

Max Lifchitz Celebrates Cinco De Mayo At New York City's National Opera Center In May
by A.A. Cristi - April 23, 2024


Max Lifchitz marks the Cinco de Mayo Holiday on Sunday afternoon May 5 performing a recital featuring piano music by Mexican composers from the 20th and 21st centuries.

Grammy Award-Winning Organist Paul Jacobs To Perform As Soloist With The Las Vegas Philharmonic
by A.A. Cristi - April 23, 2024


Join GRAMMY Award-winning organist Paul Jacobs as he returns as soloist with the Las Vegas Philharmonic on May 11, 2024. The concert will feature a premiere of a new version of Michael Daugherty's ONCE UPON A CASTLE and other popular symphonies.

Sho Kuon, Edward W. Hardy, and More Will Perform in THE MUSIC OF SHO KUON at Carnegie Hall
by Stephi Wild - April 23, 2024


This evening, Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at 8:00 pm, composer-pianist Sho Kuon will give a chamber music recital in Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall. Critically acclaimed violinist Dr. Edward W. Hardy, along with Andy Lin, Yuko Tsuda, Yoshiaki Okawa, Greg Pattillo, Seizan Fukuda, Lee Eika, Raphael Torn, and the Japan Choral Harmony, joins Kuon for this special evening.

11,000+ NYC Students Participate In Interactive Link Up Concerts At Carnegie Hall This May
by A.A. Cristi - April 22, 2024


Over 11,000 students from New York City will participate in the interactive Link Up concerts at Carnegie Hall from May 21 to 23, 2024, as part of an innovative educational program.

San Francisco Symphony Youth Orchestra Celebrates Music Director Daniel Stewart In His Final Concert This May
by A.A. Cristi - April 22, 2024


Join the SF Symphony Youth Orchestra as they honor Music Director Daniel Stewart in his final concert on May 19. Celebrate the end of an era with stunning performances and heartfelt tributes.

Angel City Chorale Announces  RHYTHMS OF THE AMERICAS Spring Concert At UCLA's Royce Hall
by A.A. Cristi - April 22, 2024


Experience the vibrant melodies of Angel City Chorale's spring concert, RHYTHMS OF THE AMERICAS, at UCLA's Royce Hall. This all-new concert event, announced by LA's Community Choir, is set to take place on Sunday, June 9th.

Asheville Chamber Music Series Continues With Pianist Michael Stephen Brown & Cellist Nicholas Canellakis
by Stephi Wild - April 22, 2024


The internationally lauded Canellakis-Brown Duo - pianist Michael Stephen Brown and cellist Nicholas Canellakis - will be presented by the Asheville Chamber Music Series in recital.

The Sebastians Recreate Versailles String Orchestra For Works By Lully, Corelli, and Muffat
by Stephi Wild - April 22, 2024


On Saturday, May 11, at 5PM at The Sanctuary of Brick Presbyterian Church, the Sebastians will present The 24 Violins Cross the Alps.

Drummer/Composer Phil Haynes Revisits Music of Quintet 4 Horns & What? in New Album
by Blair Ingenthron - April 20, 2024


In the midst of reflecting on his long and varied career for his acclaimed memoir Chasing the Masters: First Takes of a Modern Drumming Artist, drummer/composer Phil Haynes lingered on revisiting the music he’d made with his audacious quintet 4 Horns & What? during the early 1990s

Hoff-Barthelson Music School To Host Pathways To Beginning Music Lessons: A Discussion For Parents With Children Ages 3-6
by A.A. Cristi - April 19, 2024


Parents of children ages 3-6 are invited to join Hoff-Barthelson Music School Dean Christopher Kenniff and Associate Dean April Johnson on Thursday, May 2, 2024, at 7:30 pm for an enlightening online discussion via Zoom about starting their child in private music lessons.

Yannick Nézet-Séguin Receives Honorary Fellowship from The Royal Conservatory of Music
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 19, 2024


Canadian Maestro Yannick Nézet-Séguin has received the highest designation conferred by The Royal Conservatory of Music – he was inducted as an Honorary Fellow of the organization.

American Composer-Pianist Thomas Nickell To Continue Concert Series With Oistrakh Symphony
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 18, 2024


Join Thomas Nickell as he curates the Avant Garden series with the Oistrakh Symphony, featuring the KAIA String Quartet. Learn more about the performances and see how to purchase tickets!


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