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New World Symphony Extends Artistic Director Stéphane Denève's Contract
by Stephi Wild - Jun 2, 2026

New World Symphony announced a contract extension for Artistic Director Stéphane Denève, keeping him at the helm of the Miami Beach orchestra through the 2031–32 season, his second five-year term in the role.

CONFLUENCE: OUR SHARED VOICES Festival to Open at Chamber Music Northwest
by Stephi Wild - May 27, 2026

Chamber Music Northwest announced its 56th annual summer festival, CONFLUENCE: Our Shared Voices, featuring 70+ artists, three world premieres, and performances across Portland, Oregon venues.

Bridgehampton Chamber Music Festival to Present 13 Concerts in 43rd Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 11, 2026

Bridgehampton Chamber Music Festival will return for its 43rd season, featuring 13 concerts celebrating American music, BCM founder Marya Martin’s 50th anniversary in the U.S., and more.

LA Phil Reveals 2026/27 Walt Disney Concert Hall Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 17, 2026

LA Phil President & CEO Kim Noltemy has unveiled the 2026/27 LA Phil season at Walt Disney Concert Hall. The season features figures including Esa-Pekka Salonen, who takes up his newly established role of Creative Director.

Shriver Hall Concert Series Unveils 2026-27 Lineup with Premieres and Debuts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 12, 2026

The Shriver Hall Concert Series has announced its 61st season for 2026-27, featuring a robust lineup including two U.S. premieres co-commissioned by SHCS. The season will also mark the Baltimore debut of renowned saxophonist Steven Banks alongside the Verona Quartet, as well as the first Baltimore performances by pianist Igor Levit and Trio Afiori. Additionally, cellist Pablo Ferrández will make his Baltimore recital debut. Other highlights include appearances by pianist Hélène Grimaud, violinis

Aspen Music Festival & School Reveals 2026 Season
by Stephi Wild - Feb 18, 2026

The Aspen Music Festival & School has announced its 2026 season, running from July 1 to August 23, under the theme 'For All'. The eight-week festival in Aspen will feature a diverse lineup of performances and educational events.

Cleveland Institute Of Music To Highlight Contemporary Works In Spring 2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 14, 2026

The Cleveland Institute of Music will present a spring 2026 concert season that places a strong emphasis on contemporary music alongside established classical repertoire.

Steven Banks and Xak Bjerken Will Perform at Chamber Music Northwest in January
by Stephi Wild - Jan 13, 2026

Saxophonist Steven Banks and pianist Xak Bjerken will present a collaborative concert at Chamber Music Northwest on January 29, 2026. The event promises an evening of exceptional music blending classical and contemporary styles.

Chamber Music Northwest to Present Edgar Meyer, Tessa Lark, And Joshua Roman In Classical–Bluegrass Crossover Concert
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 16, 2025

Chamber Music Northwest will present a concert featuring Edgar Meyer, Tessa Lark, and Joshua Roman as part of its 2025–26 Year-Round Season. The concert takes place at the Patricia Reser Center for the Arts in Beaverton.

Chamber Music Northwest Unveils 2025-26 Season Featuring Six Concerts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 28, 2025

For its 2025/26 Year-Round Season, Chamber Music Northwest will present six decidedly different concerts, plus their 10th music and dance collaboration with BodyVox.

Hannah Ishizaki Selected As Young Concert Artists 2025 Composer-in-Residence
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2025

Young Concert Artists (YCA) has selected Hannah Ishizaki, a composer and sound artist based in Princeton, New Jersey, to become its 2025-2027 Composer-in-Residence.

Xian Zhang Conducts Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2025

New Jersey Symphony’s Music Director Xian Zhang will conduct four performances of Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony. Learn more about the upcoming performances here!

The Miró Quartet to Perform At The Kennedy Center's Fortas Chamber Music Concerts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 13, 2024

The Miró Quartet will mark its 30th anniversary with a performance at The Kennedy Center's Fortas Chamber Music Concerts, featuring works by Haydn, Beethoven, and Caroline Shaw. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Seattle Symphony Names Xian Zhang as Next Music Director
by Stephi Wild - Sep 6, 2024

 The Seattle Symphony has announced Xian Zhang as its next Music Director, beginning a 5-year contract in the 2025/2026 season.

Xian Zhang Named Music Director Of The Seattle Symphony 
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 5, 2024

BroadwayWorld announced the latest updates on upcoming shows and events, providing detailed information on new productions, cast changes, and special performances in the theater community.

Single Tickets to New Jersey Symphony 2024–25 Season Now on Sale
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 5, 2024

All single tickets are now available for purchase to the New Jersey Symphony’s 2024–25 season. Learn more about the programming and see how to purchase tickets.

PILOBOLUS Returns to New York at the Joyce
by Stephi Wild - Jun 21, 2024

The Joyce Theater Foundation will bring mind-bending feats of movement to its Chelsea home for a summer sit-down return engagement with Pilobolus.

CIM Unveils New Faculty In Flute, Trombone, Double Bass, And Voice Departments
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 10, 2024

CIM is enhancing its faculty with new appointments in flute, trombone, double bass, and voice departments, further strengthening its commitment to providing top-notch music education. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!

San Diego Symphony Announces 2024-25 Season In Transformed Jacobs Music Center
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2024

Discover the SAN DIEGO SYMPHONY's 2024-25 season in the newly renovated Jacobs Music Center. Experience the milestone season in the revitalized, century-old theater transformed into an intimate concert venue.

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

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