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Playlist: Classical Music You Probably Know (But Can’t Name): Vol. 3

Whether through movies, advertising, samples, or other popular media, classical music is everywhere — you just have to know what to look for!

Associated PressAugust 23, 2020

Mormon choir Christmas concert cancelled due to pandemic

Caroline Shaw looks pensive in a clearing of trees

Becky NystedtAugust 20, 2020

Shaw, Sagan, and Searching: ‘The Listeners’

Associated PressAugust 20, 2020

After grief, Bebel Gilberto recovers her zen with new album

Groundbreaking composer Harrison Birtwistle dies at 87

Associated PressApril 18, 2022

Birtwistle created daringly experimental music that sometimes tried the patience of listeners.

Dropped by Met, Netrebko to sing at Monte Carlo Opera

Associated PressApril 15, 2022

Anna Netrebko will sing the title role in Puccini’s Manon Lescaut.

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Julian Bream, Classical Guitarist and Lutenist, Dead at 87

Candice AgreeAugust 14, 2020

British classical guitarist and lutenist Julian Bream, highly regarded as one of the most remarkable artists of the post-war era, died today at his home in Wiltshire.

Quiz: Which Great Conductor Are You?

Hannah EdgarAugust 13, 2020

Have you ever envisioned yourself leading a world-class orchestra? Take our quiz to learn which great conductor you are!

Broadway musical ‘Diana’ to bypass closed stage for Netflix

Associated PressAugust 12, 2020

The Broadway musical Diana isn't waiting for theaters to reopen in New York to offer its show to a live audience — it's going to Netflix.

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