Michael Stern

HADESTOWN Star André De Shields To Host ORPHEUS SINGS At Orchestra Lumos
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 26, 2024

After acting as narrator for the Orpheus myth in Hadestown on Broadway, Tony-winner André De Shields will host Orchestra Lumos' 'Orpheus Sings'.

The 92nd Street Y Will Present Tony Siqi Yun At Buttenwieser Hall at The Arnhold Center
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 25, 2024

The 92nd Street Y will present Tony Siqi Yun, piano on Friday, May 17, 2024 at 7:30 pm at Buttenwieser Hall at The Arnhold Center.

Curtis Institute Of Music Expands Conducting Program
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 17, 2024

The Curtis Institute of Music is expanding its conducting program, offering unique mentorship to promising young conductors.

The Curtis Symphony Orchestra Returns to the Kimmel Cultural Campus With BEETHOVEN, ORTIZ, AND BARBER
by Stephi Wild - Jan 10, 2024

The Curtis Symphony Orchestra returns to Verizon Hall on the Kimmel Cultural Campus for its second concert of the 2023–24 season on Saturday, January 27, at 3 p.m. with “Beethoven, Ortiz, and Barber.”

The Curtis Institute Of Music Unveils Updates For 2023�"24 Season: Time To Discover
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 5, 2023

The Curtis Institute of Music announces updates for the 2023-24 season, featuring newly commissioned works and tributes to composers George Lewis and Ned Rorem.

Violin Virtuoso To Join Vancouver Symphony Orchestra USA For November Concert
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 6, 2023

The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra USA continues its 2023/24 season on November 4 and 5 with guest conductor Maestra Sarah Ioannides and award-winning violinist Philippe Quint performing the haunting theme from The Red Violin.

Orchestra Lumos Announces Its 2023/24 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 9, 2023

Orchestra Lumos has shared the details of its 2023/24 season, a year after the announcement of the Connecticut ensemble's rebranding from Stamford Symphony.

Lin-Manuel Miranda, Tina Fey & More to Celebrate Ars Nova 20th Anniversary at NOVA BALL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 9, 2023

Ars Nova will celebrate its 20th Anniversary and honor its founders Jenny & Jon Steingart at Nova Ball, Ars Nova’s annual benefit-turned-party of the season.

The Edmonton Symphony Orchestra Announces 2023/24 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 3, 2023

The Edmonton Symphony Orchestra will welcome audiences back to the Winspear Centre for another memorable season of live performances.

AN EVENING WITH MARIA FRIEDMAN Comes to the Palace Theatre Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Aug 30, 2022

The acclaimed eight-time Olivier Award nominee Maria Friedman is the headliner of this season's Orchestra Lumos (formerly the Stamford Symphony) Gala on Saturday, September 24, 2022 at 7:30pm at the Palace Theatre.

Edmonton Symphony Orchestra Announces 2022/23 Season
by Marissa Tomeo - Jun 4, 2022

The Edmonton Symphony Orchestra (ESO) is proud to announce its 2022/23 season, offering exhilarating live music programming and the first with Artistic Advisor Michael Stern. Subscriptions are on sale now.

Find Out Who Won at the 2022 GRAMMY Awards - All the Winners!
by Michael Major - Apr 21, 2022

The 64th Annual GRAMMY Awards featured a tribute to Stephen Sondheim, a win for Barlow and Bear's 'Unofficial Bridgerton Musical,' Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett for their 'Love For Sale' Cole Porter duets album, Olivia Rodrigo, and more. Check out the full list of winners now!

The Philharmonic Society of Orange County and Irvine Barclay Theatre to Co-Present Violinist Philippe Quint
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 13, 2022

On Wednesday, May 18, 2022 at 7:00pm, multiple GRAMMY Award-nominated violinist Philippe Quint will return to Irvine Barclay Theatre in Orange County to present the West Coast premiere of his latest docu-concert experience: Astor Piazzolla at 100: Between Angels & Demons.

Violinist Itamar Zorman to Release VIOLIN ODYSSEY, A QUEST FOR NEW VIOLIN REPERTOIRE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 5, 2022

On Friday, June 3, 2022, violinist Itamar Zorman will release a new album Violin Odyssey on First Hand Records. Born out of Zorman's 2020 live-streamed video series Hidden Gems, the album is a virtual voyage around the world that yielded the discovery of many lesser known and rarely played works for violin.

Guitarist Jason Vieaux Releases 'Bach Volume 2: Works For Violin' Out Today
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 1, 2022

Today, GRAMMY Award-winning classical guitarist Jason Vieaux releases Bach Volume 2: Works for Violin on Azica Records.

Guitarist Jason Vieaux to Release BACH VOLUME 2: WORKS FOR VIOLIN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2022

On Friday, April 1, 2022, GRAMMY Award-winning classical guitarist Jason Vieaux will release Bach Volume 2: Works for Violin on Azica Records. A follow up to his critically acclaimed 2009 Azica album, Bach Volume 1: Works for Lute, Volume 2 completes Vieaux's Bach cycle with J. S. Bach's Partita No. 3 in E Major, BWV 1006.

Aspect Chamber Music Series Presents New York Premiere Of Philippe Quint In CHARLIE CHAPLIN'S SMILE
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 9, 2022

On Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at 7:30pm, Aspect Chamber Music Series presents multiple GRAMMY Award-nominated violinist Philippe Quint in the highly-anticipated New York premiere of Philippe Quint in Charlie Chaplin's Smile with pianist Jun Cho, in celebration of Chaplin's 133rd birthday.

Violinist Philippe Quint to Debut With The New World Symphony, Performing Works From Beloved Films
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 1, 2022

Multiple GRAMMY Award-nominated violinist Philippe Quint will make his highly-anticipated debut with the New World Symphony on Saturday, March 19, 2022 at 7:30pm. Conducted by Richard Kaufman, the concert, entitled Music of the Silver Screen, will feature numerous selections from beloved classic Hollywood films.

2022 Youth Music Culture Guangdong Concludes
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2022

The sixth annual Youth Music Culture Guangdong concluded eight days of music celebration - including six symphonic and chamber music concerts, three masterclasses, and additional community performances - in Guangzhou and across the globe this past Sunday with a closing concert featuring YMCG Artistic Director and celebrated cellist Yo-Yo Ma.

2022 Youth Music Culture Guangdong Announced
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 7, 2022

The sixth Youth Music Culture Guangdong (YMCG) - presented by the Department of Culture and Tourism of Guangdong Province together with the Guangzhou Symphony Orchestra (GSO) and Xinghai Concert Hall - will take place both online and in person from January 16 to 23, 2022.