Stories
The number of performers at Milan’s famed La Scala opera house who have tested positive for the coronavirus has risen to 21, even as the theater was forced to close.
Michael San Gabino | May 25, 2016
Associated Press | January 30, 2019
The Philadelphia Orchestra is celebrating 40 years of official U.S.-China diplomatic ties with a new tour.
Associated Press | January 30, 2019
PARIS (AP) — Swiss conductor Charles Dutoit, who has faced multiple accusations of sexual assault, will conduct a concert for the National Orchestra of France on Sunday, his highest profile performance since the allegations were first revealed by The Associated Press. The orchestra said in a statement Wednesday to The Associated Press that Dutoit was chosen to conduct Berlioz’ “The ...
Playlists
Stephen Raskauskas | May 9, 2016
At 79 years old, Philip Glass has composed 27 operas. Yet, only a handful have been performed in Chicago, though the composer spent formative years in the Windy City as a student.
Stephen Raskauskas | May 4, 2016
Pulitzer-winning composer Paul Moravec: “A supernatural story makes total sense for an opera...”
Stephen Raskauskas | April 16, 2016
Every library could use more books! Here are our top books about music for the young and the young at heart.