Conductor Andrew Davis, who headed Lyric Opera of Chicago and orchestras on 3 continents, dies
Davis made his Lyric Opera debut in 1987 and led about 700 performances of 62 operas by 22 composers.
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Steelpan Player Jaden Teague-Núñez Wins 2024 CSO Young Artists Competition
Teague-Núñez is the first steelpan soloist to enter — much less win — the competition.
American Music Project Boosts Repertory Rarities in 10th Chicago Season
This AMP season’s lineup showcases neglected repertoire in chamber, solo piano, and orchestral settings.
Beatles to get a Fab Four of biopics, a movie each for Paul, John, George, and Ringo
These may dwarf all other music biopics: the stories of Paul McCartney, John Lennon, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr will be spread out over four films.
Once banned by communists, Poland’s stately 18th century dance garners UNESCO honors
“It is a very simple dance... but at the same time it has an exceptional soul and one can express emotions in it in an exceptional way.”
75th Annual Elgin Symphony Orchestra Season Announced
Tchaikovsky, Ravel, Beethoven, and other high-flying orchestral highlights mark the ESO's 75th anniversary season.
Lowell Chamber Orchestra to premiere new edition of Julia Perry’s symphony
“This work is a fabulous example of Perry’s modernist style,” says LCO music director Orlando Cela.
Explore New Orleans-Style Jazz
New Orleans is at the nexus of cultures: influences from the African diaspora, from France, from Native American communities, and many more.
10 Operas by Black Composers You Should Know
Operas from the 19th century to today that depict Black stories.
