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Russian soprano’s case alleging national original discrimination against the Met Opera to proceed

The Met removed Netrebko after she refused to repudiate President Vladimir Putin over Russia’s campaign against Ukraine.

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Keegan MorrisFebruary 22, 2024

American Music Project Boosts Repertory Rarities in 10th Chicago Season

An anguished Gerald Finley, dressed in armor as Antony, holds the limp body of Julia Bullock as Cleopatra in a performance of Antony and Cleopatra

Keegan MorrisFebruary 21, 2024

Met Opera Announces ’24–25 Season

Associated PressFebruary 21, 2024

Beatles to get a Fab Four of biopics, a movie each for Paul, John, George, and Ringo

Haymarket Opera Company Announces 2025 season

Keegan MorrisDecember 3, 2024

The 2025 season will run from March to October and feature an oratorio and three operas.

From Bach to Beyoncé, why a church orchestra aims to lift up young musicians of color

Associated PressDecember 3, 2024

“A lot of young people feel like it’s not cool to carry a violin down the street. But, when you play the violin well with other kids who are like you, social acceptance begins to emerge."

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75th Annual Elgin Symphony Orchestra Season Announced

Keegan MorrisFebruary 15, 2024

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

Associated PressFebruary 15, 2024

“This work is a fabulous example of Perry’s modernist style,” says LCO music director Orlando Cela.

a bustling street scene as Mardi Gras is celebrated in New Orleans

Explore New Orleans-Style Jazz

Keegan MorrisFebruary 12, 2024

New Orleans is at the nexus of cultures: influences from the African diaspora, from France, from Native American communities, and many more.

Through the Night with Peter van de Graaff