Robert Spano

Opera Parallele Will Celebrate 15th Anniversary and Jake Heggie
by Stephi Wild - Jan 12, 2025

Opera Parallèle has announced the details about the company's upcoming benefit evening, In Pursuit of a Dream: A 15th Anniversary Celebration Honoring Composer Jake Heggie.

Review: GODS & MORTALS: A CELEBRATION OF WAGNER at The Kennedy Center
by Rachael F. Goldberg - Oct 28, 2024

'Gods & Mortals: A Celebration of Wagner' is a beautiful, if limited, array of performances and works highlighting both the composer and Kennedy Center’s own wonderful talent.

Review: FIDELIO at Kennedy Center
by David Friscic - Oct 28, 2024

The Washington National Opera’s production of Beethoven’s Fidelio is a triumph of elegant, efficient style and directorial finesse. Director Francesca Zambello re-invigorates the somewhat uninspired libretto by Joesph Von Sonnleithner with a vigor and intelligence that envelops this tale of valor, commitment, courage, and conscience.

San Francisco Symphony Youth Orchestra And Music Director Radu Paponiu Kick Off First Season Together In November
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 22, 2024

The SF Symphony Youth Orchestra announced Radu Paponiu as the new Wattis Foundation Music Director for the 2024–25 season, marking a new chapter in the orchestra's leadership.

Greek Youth Symphony Orchestra Makes Its American Debut At Carnegie Hall In November
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 5, 2024

The GREEK YOUTH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA will make its American debut at Carnegie Hall on November 3, 2024.

Hannah Rice Receives 2024 Hermitage Prize in Composition at Aspen Music Festival and School
by Stephi Wild - Aug 12, 2024

The Hermitage Artist Retreat and the Aspen Music Festival and School have announced that Hannah Rice, a composition student at AMFS, has been selected as the recipient of the 2024 Hermitage Prize in Composition.

Aspen Music Festival Announces New Media Partnerships
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 24, 2024

Aspen Music Festival partners with medici.tv, Apple Music Classical, and Carnegie Hall+ for enhanced media coverage and streaming opportunities this summer.

San Francisco Symphony Youth Orchestra Welcomes Conductor Radu Paponiu As New Wattis Foundation Music Director
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 24, 2024

The SF Symphony Youth Orchestra has announced Radu Paponiu as the new Wattis Foundation Music Director starting in the 2024–25 season.

GREEK YOUTH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA To Make American Debut At Carnegie Hall This November
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2024

The Greek Youth Symphony Orchestra will make its American debut at Carnegie Hall on November 3, showcasing young musical talent from Greece in a prestigious performance.

Rhode Island Philharmonic Appoints Ruth Reinhardt Music Director
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 3, 2024

Ruth Reinhardt has been appointed as the new Music Director of the Rhode Island Philharmonic, bringing her expertise and vision to the orchestra. Learn more about her background and upcoming plans.

Rice's Shepherd School Appoints Renowned Conductor Miguel Harth-Bedoya as Distinguished Resident Director of Orchestras and Professor of Conducting
by Stephi Wild - May 16, 2024

 Following an exhaustive international search, the Shepherd School of Music at Rice University has announced that Emmy Award-winning and Grammy-nominated conductor Miguel Harth-Bedoya will join the faculty as distinguished resident director of orchestras and professor of conducting.

Richard Tucker Music Foundation Announces 2024 Award Winner And Grant Recipients
by A.A. Cristi - May 11, 2024

Discover the 2024 award winner and grant recipients announced by the Richard Tucker Music Foundation.

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 Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra Celebrates Its 80th Season In 2024
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 22, 2024

Discover the 80th season of the RI Philharmonic, featuring an exciting lineup of 2024/25 concerts.

PORGY AND BESS, World Premieres & More Set for Washington National Opera 2024�"2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2024

The Washington National Opera will present a 2024–2025 season that pays tribute to the grand tradition of opera, while shaping its future with two new productions. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

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.

Robert Spano To Become Music Director Of Washington National Opera
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2024

Robert Spano will become Music Director of Washington National Opera. Learn more about Robert Spano and the Washington National Opera.

Chatham Baroque Will Welcome Apollo's Fire, for VIOLIN FANTASY Performance
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 5, 2024

Chatham Baroque welcomes Grammy-award winning Baroque group, Apollo's Fire, for their 'Violin Fantasy' performance.

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.”

VIDEO: Preview Hitchcock's VERTIGO in Concert at the NY Phi
by Joshua Wright - Jan 9, 2024

Coming soon to the NY Phil: Alfred Hitchcock’s “Vertigo” in Concert, part of The Art of the Score. Hitchcock’s psychological thriller, starring James Stewart and Kim Novak, is a classic exploration of the devastating effects of obsession.