Playlist: Classical Music You Probably Know (But Can’t Name): Vol. 2
Whether it's cartoons, famous commercials, or cross-genre collaborations, you may be surprised to learn that you recognize this batch of music.
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Quiz: See if You Can Match the Composer to Their Day Job
Making it as a musician is tricky — just ask these guys. All of these composers found ways to make ends meet, and some of them may surprise you!
At 70, violinist Pinchas Zukerman reflects on his life in music
Pinchas Zukerman around the time Isaac Stern brought him to New York to study at Juilliard, c. 1962 (Photo courtesy of the artist) Violinist, violist, conductor, music director, and educator Pinchas Zukerman celebrated his 70th birthday on July 16, 2018. Backstage at Ravinia, he spoke about his life in music and unwavering dedication to his craft with WFMT’s Louise Frank. ...
Anita Graef and Patrick Godon
Soloist, chamber musician, and the CCM-CSO Diversity Fellow for University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music and the Cincinnati Orchestra, cellist Anita Graef appears with pianist and artistic director of the International Chamber Artists, Patrick Godon. Their program includes works of Robert Schumann and Richard Strauss performed live from the Chicago Cultural Center for this Dame Myra Hess Memorial Concert. A ...
Met Opera reaches deals with unions for singers, musicians
NEW YORK (AP) — The Metropolitan Opera says it has reached labor agreements with two of its largest unions but has not said whether the deals will allow regular Sunday performances for the first time. Met spokesman Tim McKeough said Friday agreements were reached with the American Guild of Musical Artists, which represents principal singers, choristers and production personnel; and ...
Royal Concertgebouw ends relationship with chief conductor following sexual misconduct allegations
The Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra has terminated its relationship with Daniele Gatti, who was appointed chief conductor in 2016, “with immediate effect,” following an article in the Washington Post in which he was accused of sexual misconduct on two separate occasions.
Thirsty Ears, Chicago’s Only Classical Music Street Fest, Returns to Ravenswood for Third Year
Food, fun, neighborhood charm: these are things that you’d expect at any Chicago street fair. But only one also features free, live classical music. The third annual Thirsty Ears Festival, Chicago’s only classical music street fair, takes place August 11-12 in Ravenswood on Wilson Street between Hermitage and Ravenswood. The festival is organized by Access Contemporary Music (ACM), and spearheaded ...
Teenagers in Chicago Can Now Attend Live Music, Dance, Theater for Just $5. Here’s How.
From the Chicago Symphony Orchestra to Lyric Opera of Chicago and much more, the Teen Arts Pass is making it easier for young people to have access to Chicago’s many great cultural institutions.
Cleveland Orchestra suspends concertmaster amid allegations
The Cleveland Orchestra says it was unaware of the allegations and will conduct an independent investigation.
Kennedy Center honors for Cher, Reba McEntire, Hamilton
The national arts center also announced Wednesday a special award for the genre-bending musical Hamilton, as part of the gala set for December 2.
The Most Important Lessons Conductor Marin Alsop Learned From Her Mentor Leonard Bernstein
As the world celebrates the centennial of Leonard Bernstein’s birth, one of his protégés, conductor Marin Alsop has a busy schedule conducting his works around the world.
