Morton Gould

New Philharmonia Caps 30th Season With World Premiere By Luke Blackburn
by Stephi Wild - Apr 18, 2025

New Philharmonia Orchestra, under Music Director Jorge Soto will conclude its 30th season next month with concerts at Grace Church in Newton Corner. Learn more here!

How Often Do Broadway Musicals Tackle the Topic of War?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Mar 30, 2025

This time, the reader question was: How often do Broadway musicals tackle the topic of war? There are actually many musicals about war in the canon. The rare feat of Operation Mincemeat lies in its tone. The show is a fast-paced, zany, comedic take on a mission that used a dead body to mislead the Axis forces, leading to the successful Allied invasion of Sicily.

Dallas Symphony Sets 125th Season in 2025-26 Featuring MADAMA BUTTERFLY and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2025

The Dallas Symphony Orchestra will celebrate its 125th anniversary in 2025–26. See full programming for the season and learn how to purchase tickets here!

Philadelphia Ballet Announces 2025/26 Season Featuring CARMEN, ROMEO AND JULIET, And More
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 5, 2025

Philadelphia Ballet has announced its 2025/26 season, an exceptional lineup of performances that blend beloved classics with daring new works, reinforcing the company's legacy of artistic excellence.

New Jersey Symphony to Present a Series of Holiday Events in December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 26, 2024

New Jersey Symphony is your place to celebrate the holiday season, with many great events throughout the Garden State. See full programming and learn how to attend!

New Philharmonia to Open Season With Concerts At Grace Church In Newton
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 6, 2024

The New Philharmonia will present its season opening concerts at Grace Church in Newton, MA, featuring a diverse program that promises to captivate audiences. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Photos: Meng Wang Music Studio Presented The Hole In The Wall Gang Camp Charity Concert At Weill Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 16, 2024

On Monday, October 7th, at 8 PM, Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall transformed into a beacon of hope as Meng Wang Music Studio presented the highly anticipated Hole in the Wall Gang Camp Charity Concert. See photos from the evening below.

Sony Classical To Release 'CHARLES IVES �" THE ANTHOLOGY 1945�"1976' This Month
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 12, 2024

In celebration of the Ives 150th anniversary year, Sony Classical will present two of the most authoritative collections ever released of works by this eccentric, prophetic American genius.

Ensemble For These Times Reveals 2024/25 Home Season “Women In Transit”
by Stephi Wild - Aug 26, 2024

Bay Area-based contemporary music group Ensemble for These Times has announced its 17th Home Season entitled 'Women in Transit,' the first in a two-year exploration of the transformational effects of women's border-crossing and liminality in 'our times.'

Review: BBC PROMS: PROM 35: ELLINGTON, BRAXTON AND MARY LOU WILLIAMS
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Aug 16, 2024

Two giants of the jazz world and one composer who has had vast influence on modern music made up a mixed, but interesting, evening at the BBC Prom 35 in the ever-majestic Royal Albert Hall.

AWAKE, Debut Album From 17-year-old Composer Samuel Siskind, To Be Released in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 19, 2024

Fourth Wall Ensemble is collaborating with ASCAP Morton Gould Young Composer Award winner Samuel Siskind on his debut album Awake, releasing August 29, 2024.

The ASCAP Foundation Names Recipients of the 2024 Morton Gould Young Composer Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 5, 2024

The ASCAP Foundation has revealed the recipients of the 2024 Morton Gould Young Composer Awards, recognizing talented young composers for their outstanding achievements in music composition. Learn more about the recipients!

Opera Parallele To Present EXPANSIVE 2024 Transgender Showcase This August
by A.A. Cristi - May 22, 2024

Opera Parallele has announced EXPANSIVE, a transgender showcase set for August 8-9, 2024, highlighting diverse talent and stories in a groundbreaking performance.

Ensemble For These Times Announces Winners of 2023 Call For Scores With Luna Composition Lab Alums
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2024

Award-winning SF contemporary chamber group Ensemble for These Times has announced three commissions to Luna Composition Lab alums as part of the group's two-year collaborative Call for Scores.

Berkeley Symphony Performs PICTURES AT AN EXHIBITION in June
by Stephi Wild - Apr 19, 2024

Color and light will converge in a program of symphonic works by Jimmy López Bellido, Duke Ellington, and Modest Mussorgsky, which will comprise the final Symphonic Series concert of the 2023–24 season. 

American Composers Orchestra And ROCO Partner For EarShot Readings at League Of American Orchestras National Conference
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 16, 2024

The American Composers Orchestra (ACO) collaborates with dynamic Houston-based orchestra ROCO for EarShot Readings held from Tuesday, June 4 to Friday, June 7, 2024, in conjunction with the annual League of American Orchestras National Conference, with a live streamed performance on Friday, June 7, 2024 at 11am CT.

Miller Theatre Presents The Final Two Bach Series Concerts Curated By SIMONE DINNERSTEIN
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 29, 2024

Miller Theatre at Columbia University School of the Arts will present the final two concerts in its 2023-24 BACH series with pianist/curator Simone Dinnerstein.

Copland House Reveals CULTIVATE 2024 Fellows
by Stephi Wild - Mar 28, 2024

Copland House has announced the six Fellows invited to participate in its acclaimed CULTIVATE 2024 emerging composers institute.

Cincinnati Opera Launches The Black Opera Project, A First-of-its-Kind, $5-Million Initiative
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 23, 2024

Cincinnati Opera introduces The Black Opera Project, showcasing new operas by Black artists celebrating the Black experience.

Miller Theatre To Presents 3-Part Bach Concert Series Curated By Simone Dinnerstein
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 21, 2024

Miller Theatre at Columbia University School of the Arts will present a series of three BACH concerts with pianist/curator Simone Dinnerstein. Concerts will take place at Miller Theatre (2960 Broadway at 116th Street). Tickets starting at $30.