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Brain scans of Philly jazz musicians reveal secrets to reaching creative flow

Jazz improvisation is a favorite vehicle for studies — it is a measurable real-world task that allows for divergent thinking.

Keegan MorrisMarch 11, 2020

Video: Pianist Evan Wong shares an all-Chopin Recital

Michael San GabinoMarch 9, 2020

Violinist Isabella Brown Wins 2020 Crain-Maling Foundation Chicago Symphony Orchestra Young Artists Competition

Robbie EllisMarch 9, 2020

Larry Johnson, Host of WFMT’s ‘Arias and Songs’ Has Died at Age 72

Met Opera to present Blanchard’s ‘Champion’ in April 2023

Associated PressDecember 8, 2021

The staging follows the success of the composer Terence Blanchard’s Fire Shut Up in My Bones on the opening night of this season.

Kennedy Center Honors back once more, Biden attends

Associated PressDecember 6, 2021

Honorees include Motown Records creator Berry Gordy, opera singer Justino Diaz, and folk music legend Joni Mitchell.

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Playlist: 10 Trailblazing Composers You Should Know (…Who Also Happen to Be Women)

Lisa FlynnMarch 6, 2020

From medieval times to modernity, women have made important contributions to all aspects of music, including as composers.

‪Plácido Domingo pulls out of Royal Opera House role

Associated PressMarch 6, 2020

The Royal Opera House says in a statement Friday it was mutually agreed with Domingo that he will not be taking up his role in Don Carlo in July. Domingo is ensnared in allegations of sexual misconduct.

Australian composer Brett Dean hospitalized with coronavirus