Stories

How Handel’s Messiah Became a Beloved Tradition

Handel's landmark oratorio had its fans when it premiered... so why was it so controversial?

2024’s Best Classical Christmas Albums

From the serene to the upbeat, this stockingful of 2024 Christmas albums will fill your festivities with joy and wonder.

With Mazzola Extended, Lyric Opera Explores Contrast in 2024–2025 Season

The season includes 9 programs, including concerts from opera and musical theater royalty.

Violins of Hope Luthier Amnon Weinstein Has Died, Aged 84

The respected Israeli luthier is best known for creating the Violins of Hope project, which restores and tours instruments — particularly violins — of Holocaust victims and survivors.

The True Story (and Inspiring Women) Behind Joan Tower’s Iconic ‘Fanfare for the Uncommon Woman’

With its dedication to boundary-breaking women, Tower’s first piece is a liberal and spirited interpretation of a fanfare.