New Releases Sept. 2: Ancient Letters and Songs
A through line of native roots weaves through many of this week's releases, from African instruments in Latin America, to works inspired by 1,700 year-old letters from the Silk Road. Plus, the long-awaited debut concerto by Abel Selaocoe.
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Playlist: The Sounds of Ernest Hemingway
Ernest Hemingway was, by his own account, "absolutely without talent" when it came to music, but his influential writing and extraordinary life have inspired many film and TV composers.
Maestro Muti Mentors Chicago Teen Musicians… Virtually
The CSO's music director made a remote return to the Windy City on Wednesday to lead an online masterclass with fellows from Chicago Musical Pathways Initiative.
Russia wants Tchaikovsky music for anthem at Tokyo Olympics
Russia wants to use music by 19th-century composer Pyotr Tchaikovsky as its replacement anthem for the Tokyo Olympics.
Recording Registry adds albums by Janet Jackson, Nas
Louis Armstrong's jazzy "When the Saints Go Marching In" is another of the 25 recordings being inducted to the National Recording Registry.
Bach Birthday Bash!
All day long, tune in to hear WFMT's celebration of Johann Sebastian Bach, who was born on this date in 1685.
A hopeful pandemic note: Tanglewood music festival to resume
The Boston Symphony Orchestra hasn't played live for fans since the coronavirus pandemic hit a year ago, but it's returning to the stage in July for the outdoor Tanglewood festival.
James Levine, who ruled over Met Opera, dead at age 77
Conductor James Levine, who ruled over the Metropolitan Opera for more than four decades before being eased aside when his health declined and then fired for sexual improprieties, has died.
Ravinia Is Back: Festival Announces Plans For Live Music in 2021 Season
The Ravinia Festival today announced its plans to reopen in July for a 2021 summer music season comprised of classical, popular, and chamber music. The 2020 season was canceled because of the ongoing COVID-19 crisis.
Yo-Yo Ma serenades newly-vaccinated at inoculation clinic
Newly vaccinated Massachusetts residents were treated to a mini concert over the weekend when famed cellist Yo-Yo Ma brought out his instrument after getting his second coronavirus shot.
2021 Grammys: Classical Music Nominees and Winners
It’s been a strange, difficult year for the music world, which is all the more reason to celebrate musical excellence.
