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5 days ago
San Francisco

"In a Landscape" Silent Disco-ish Live Classical Concert in GG Park (SF Botanical Garden)

fromFuncheap
5 days ago
San Francisco

"In a Landscape" Silent Disco-ish Live Classical Concert in GG Park (SF Botanical Garden)

fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Scriabin: Vers la Flamme album review Sudbin masters and humanises fourth and 10th sonatas

Yevgeny Sudbin's latest album, focusing on Scriabin's works, showcases his ability to capture the essence and technical challenges of Scriabin's music.
SF music
#dietrich-fischer-dieskau
Berlin music
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

He was a titan of of the music world and my teacher': Benjamin Appl on Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau

Fischer-Dieskau redefined German art song and is remembered for his punctuality, mentorship, and extensive contributions to classical music.
Berlin music
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

He was a titan of of the music world and my teacher': Benjamin Appl on Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau

Fischer-Dieskau redefined German art song and is remembered for his punctuality, mentorship, and extensive contributions to classical music.
#san-francisco-symphony
SF music
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Legendary SF Symphony music director says his brain tumor has returned

Michael Tilson Thomas will conduct his final performance in April as he continues to battle a recurring brain tumor.
SF music
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 weeks ago

Michael Tilson Thomas: SF Symphony prepares to heartfelt farewell

Michael Tilson Thomas will conclude his conducting career due to illness, leading to a heartfelt farewell from the music community.
SF music
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago

Michael Tilson Thomas Conducts Final SF Concert, Takes the Applause For His 80th Birthday

Michael Tilson Thomas celebrated his final concert with the SF Symphony amid his battle with a brain tumor, marking the end of an illustrious career.
SF music
fromFuncheap
2 months ago

SF Symphony Community Chamber Concert at Visitacion Valley SFPL

Chamber concert by San Francisco Symphony musicians highlights classical music and personal experiences.
SF music
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Legendary SF Symphony music director says his brain tumor has returned

Michael Tilson Thomas will conduct his final performance in April as he continues to battle a recurring brain tumor.
SF music
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 weeks ago

Michael Tilson Thomas: SF Symphony prepares to heartfelt farewell

Michael Tilson Thomas will conclude his conducting career due to illness, leading to a heartfelt farewell from the music community.
SF music
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago

Michael Tilson Thomas Conducts Final SF Concert, Takes the Applause For His 80th Birthday

Michael Tilson Thomas celebrated his final concert with the SF Symphony amid his battle with a brain tumor, marking the end of an illustrious career.
SF music
fromFuncheap
2 months ago

SF Symphony Community Chamber Concert at Visitacion Valley SFPL

Chamber concert by San Francisco Symphony musicians highlights classical music and personal experiences.
#concert
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Bay Area Arts, 9 great shows and concerts to catch this weekend.

Cruel World '80s festival acts will perform in the Bay Area, so music fans can enjoy a variety of concerts without traveling to Pasadena.
Berlin music
#cultural-legacy
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

How Hitler's favorite artists stayed successful after WWII DW 05/06/2025

Artists with Nazi ties, like Herbert von Karajan, largely returned to prominence in post-war Europe despite their controversial connections.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

How Hitler's favorite artists stayed successful after WWII DW 05/06/2025

Artists with Nazi ties, like Herbert von Karajan, largely returned to prominence in post-war Europe despite their controversial connections.
#opera
NYC music
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

The Classical Music Our Critics Can't Stop Thinking About

Julia Wolfe's 'Her Story' powerfully reflects the struggles of women through music, especially in the context of political upheaval.
The performance at the Kennedy Center showcased a seamless blend of voices that highlighted the intensity of women's experiences.
NYC music
fromPlaybill
2 weeks ago

Waltzes and Williams: What's Happening in Classic Arts This Week

This week's classic arts events in New York highlight various performances, including galas by the NY Philharmonic and New York City Ballet.
NYC music
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

The Classical Music Our Critics Can't Stop Thinking About

Julia Wolfe's 'Her Story' powerfully reflects the struggles of women through music, especially in the context of political upheaval.
The performance at the Kennedy Center showcased a seamless blend of voices that highlighted the intensity of women's experiences.
NYC music
fromPlaybill
2 weeks ago

Waltzes and Williams: What's Happening in Classic Arts This Week

This week's classic arts events in New York highlight various performances, including galas by the NY Philharmonic and New York City Ballet.
#cultural-commentary
Podcast
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The week in audio: Facing the Music; Tara and George: Last Rights; Why Is Amy in the Bath? and more review

The podcast Facing the Music revitalizes classical music narratives through dramatic storytelling interwoven with modern perspectives.
Music production
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Music is never fixed in me' cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason on surviving a volcano of racism'

Sheku Kanneh-Mason reflects on the societal impact of music and faces backlash for his views on British imperialistic songs.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Kurtag: Jatekok review Aimard is perfect guide to major set of piano miniatures

Kurtag's 'Jatekok' collection has evolved from didactic exercises to a comprehensive encyclopedia of personal expression, with over 400 deeply varied piano miniatures.
Music
#hip-hop
SF music
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Bay Area arts: 10 cool shows and concerts to catch this weekend

Tyler, the Creator has three scheduled shows in Northern California, providing a great opportunity for local fans.
SF music
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Bay Area arts: 10 cool shows and concerts to catch this weekend

Tyler, the Creator has three scheduled shows in Northern California, providing a great opportunity for local fans.
fromLondon On The Inside
2 weeks ago

Enjoy Free Classical Music from the London Symphony Orchestra

The BMW Classics concert, conducted by Sir Antonio Pappano, will showcase masterpieces from great Italian composers and premiere a new work by Isabella Gellis.
London music
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Boston Pops' Keith Lockhart Has the Ear of the Red Sox and Classical Fans

The musicians of the Pops never seemed to look bored, and some had enough ho, ho, ho in them to wear a seasonal hat or even dance onstage.
Boston food
#carnegie-hall
Berlin music
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Review: Vikingur Olafsson and Yuja Wang, Side by Side

Vikingur Olafsson and Yuja Wang's concert at Carnegie Hall featured a unique side-by-side setup that enhanced their musical unity and individual expression.
Berlin music
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Yunchan Lim Plays Bach's Goldberg' Variations at Carnegie Hall

Pianist Yunchan Lim brings a youthful energy and restrained poetry to Bach's Goldberg Variations, offering a fresh interpretation at Carnegie Hall.
Berlin music
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Review: Vikingur Olafsson and Yuja Wang, Side by Side

Vikingur Olafsson and Yuja Wang's concert at Carnegie Hall featured a unique side-by-side setup that enhanced their musical unity and individual expression.
Berlin music
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Yunchan Lim Plays Bach's Goldberg' Variations at Carnegie Hall

Pianist Yunchan Lim brings a youthful energy and restrained poetry to Bach's Goldberg Variations, offering a fresh interpretation at Carnegie Hall.
#cultural-events
Berlin music
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Review: How Gustavo Dudamel's Mahler festival grooves for young and old

Gustavo Dudamel's Mahler Project showcases audacity and deep commitment to Mahler's symphonies, illustrating the cultural vibrancy of Los Angeles' music scene.
Berlin music
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
2 months ago

The darkness is part of the beauty: Discussing Shostakovich with Dr. Terry Klefstad ahead of the Jerusalem Quartet's upcoming performances * Oregon ArtsWatch

The Jerusalem Quartet will perform all 15 Shostakovich string quartets in chronological order, creating a rich and engaging experience for attendees.
Berlin music
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Review: How Gustavo Dudamel's Mahler festival grooves for young and old

Gustavo Dudamel's Mahler Project showcases audacity and deep commitment to Mahler's symphonies, illustrating the cultural vibrancy of Los Angeles' music scene.
Berlin music
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
2 months ago

The darkness is part of the beauty: Discussing Shostakovich with Dr. Terry Klefstad ahead of the Jerusalem Quartet's upcoming performances * Oregon ArtsWatch

The Jerusalem Quartet will perform all 15 Shostakovich string quartets in chronological order, creating a rich and engaging experience for attendees.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

At 50, the Takacs Quartet Remains as Essential as Ever

The Takacs Quartet's performance of Beethoven's Opus 135 was astonishingly vivid, demonstrating their exceptional ability to communicate both with each other and the audience.
Berlin music
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

Brian Large, classical music TV director: With The Three Tenors, we created a monster which could not be tamed'

We had no idea that it would have the success or the impact that it had internationally. In my defence I only can say I had the best of intentions. Then again, so did Dr Frankenstein.
Berlin music
fromBrooklyn Paper
4 weeks ago

After 50 years on the river, Bargemusic comes ashore in Brooklyn Bridge Park * Brooklyn Paper

"I couldn't believe it, you know, the first concert - a full house. That was very nice to see," Peskanov exclaimed.
NYC music
#world-premiere
NYC music
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

A Ravel Work Premieres at the New York Phil After Nearly 125 Years

Gustavo Dudamel will conduct the world premiere of a newly discovered piece by Maurice Ravel, celebrating the composer's 150th birthday.
NYC music
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

A Ravel Work Premieres at the New York Phil After Nearly 125 Years

Gustavo Dudamel will conduct the world premiere of a newly discovered piece by Maurice Ravel, celebrating the composer's 150th birthday.
#music
Music
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Music can lift mood, foster community and even rewire brains but does it need to have a purpose?

Music can profoundly impact well-being and healing, prompting exploration of its therapeutic potential.
Music
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Music can lift mood, foster community and even rewire brains but does it need to have a purpose?

Music can profoundly impact well-being and healing, prompting exploration of its therapeutic potential.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

Thrilling Final Concert of 2025 w/ San Francisco Philharmonic (Herbst Theatre)

Experience world-class orchestral music at an affordable price with the San Francisco Philharmonic's diverse concert featuring iconic compositions.
Jessica Bejarano leads an empowering concert highlighting cultural diversity in the classical music scene.
fromeverout.com
1 month ago

The Top 44 Events in Portland This Week: Apr 1420, 2025

Ludwig van Beethoven's lush Symphony No. 6, also known as the Pastoral Symphony, paints a musical picture of the Austrian countryside, making it an ideal spring soundtrack.
SF LGBT
#music-festival
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
1 month ago

A sense of awesomeness: Organist Paul Jacobs in Eugene * Oregon ArtsWatch

"Jacobs, who looks much younger than 48, might be serious and love Bach with all his heart, as Bach loved the organ with his, but he doesn't miss out on fun."
Berlin music
#chamber-music
#piano
Berlin music
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

5 Classical Music Albums You Can Listen to Right Now

Alice Sara Ott beautifully interprets John Field's nocturnes with simplicity and charm.
Benjamin Appl offers a unique and lighter interpretation of György Kurtág's songs.
Berlin music
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Martha Argerich, the Elusive, Enigmatic Goddess' of the Piano

Martha Argerich finds solace away from the stage, reflecting on her impactful career and the challenges of performing at 83.
Berlin music
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

5 Classical Music Albums You Can Listen to Right Now

Alice Sara Ott beautifully interprets John Field's nocturnes with simplicity and charm.
Benjamin Appl offers a unique and lighter interpretation of György Kurtág's songs.
Berlin music
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Martha Argerich, the Elusive, Enigmatic Goddess' of the Piano

Martha Argerich finds solace away from the stage, reflecting on her impactful career and the challenges of performing at 83.
#music-interpretation
Berlin music
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Patricia Kopatchinskaja Knocks the Cobwebs Off the Violin Repertory

Patricia Kopatchinskaja's performance of Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto reinvigorates the piece with raw vitality and improvisational energy.
Berlin music
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Patricia Kopatchinskaja Knocks the Cobwebs Off the Violin Repertory

Patricia Kopatchinskaja's performance of Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto reinvigorates the piece with raw vitality and improvisational energy.
#contemporary-music
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Our critics pick spring's most anticipated L.A. arts, theater, classical music, pop and comedy shows

Broadway shows, world-class art and concerts descend on L.A. this spring, highlighting diverse events from visual arts to classical music, encouraging attendees to explore the vibrant cultural scene.
NYC music
#los-angeles-philharmonic
Berlin music
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Review: The starry spectacle of Yuja Wang and Vikingur Olafsson at Disney Hall

Yuja Wang and Vikingur Ólafsson's recital at Walt Disney Concert Hall captivated audiences, leading to an additional concert date due to high demand.
Berlin music
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Review: The starry spectacle of Yuja Wang and Vikingur Olafsson at Disney Hall

Yuja Wang and Vikingur Ólafsson's recital at Walt Disney Concert Hall captivated audiences, leading to an additional concert date due to high demand.
NYC music
fromconsequence.net
1 month ago

Andrea Bocelli's 2025 US Tour Dates: How To Get Tickets

Andrea Bocelli is expanding his 2025 US tour with additional dates in October and December, including a residency at Madison Square Garden.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

The Conductor Joana Mallwitz Mixes Intensity With Approachability

You develop a relationship with such a work, she said of Figaro. You get to know each other.
Berlin music
#music-education
Arts
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Arts Council England defends support of classical music amid loss of trust

Arts Council England remains vital for classical music funding despite criticism from prominent figures in the sector.
Arts
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Arts Council England defends support of classical music amid loss of trust

Arts Council England remains vital for classical music funding despite criticism from prominent figures in the sector.
fromsfbaytimes.com
1 month ago

Community Women's Orchestra International Women's Day 2025 Concert

The Community Women's Orchestra's concert, La Femme Francaise, conducted by Samantha Burgess, highlighted women in French music and featured contralto Sara Couden.
San Francisco
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
1 month ago

New season, new day: Oregon Symphony's president talks about what's coming up * Oregon ArtsWatch

Isaac Thompson mentions that consumer habits have shifted due to the pandemic, indicating a move towards last-minute purchases and a preference for weekend performances.
Berlin music
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
2 months ago

Consistency and nuance, solidity and lightness, strength and suppleness: Choirs welcome the spring * Oregon ArtsWatch

The Bach Cantata Choir's concert on March 23 seamlessly integrates secular and sacred works, including Bach's Brandenburg #6 and Cantata BWV 23, celebrating the Lenten spirit.
SF music
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Drizzle' is in the forecast for SJ Chamber Orchestra

"From the emotional core of the piece, I aimed to showcase not only their talents as soloists but also their unique bond as a family, reinforcing the emotional depth of the performance."
SF music
#political-protest
Berlin music
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Dismayed by Trump, the Star Pianist Andras Schiff Boycotts the U.S.

Andras Schiff will not perform in the U.S. anymore due to concerns over Trump's global conduct and its historical implications.
Berlin music
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Dismayed by Trump, the Star Pianist Andras Schiff Boycotts the U.S.

Andras Schiff will not perform in the U.S. anymore due to concerns over Trump's global conduct and its historical implications.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
2 months ago

Dancing in the gaps: Vijay Gupta with 45th Parallel Universe * Oregon ArtsWatch

Vijay Gupta's recent performance with 45th Parallel Universe highlighted a unique blend of Baroque and contemporary music, enriching Portland's chamber music scene.
Berlin music
#ravel
NYC music
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Seong-Jin Cho Tackles a Ravel Piano Marathon in New York

Seong-Jin Cho's live interpretations of Ravel's works show greater freedom and expression compared to his recent recording.
Berlin music
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Dudamel Leads a Premiere by a Youthful Ravel. Not Bad for a Kid.

A performance of Ravel's long-lost cantata selections was a highlight of a concert celebrating his 150th birthday.
NYC music
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

The unsung symphony: A night of power, pain and transcendence in Harlem | amNewYork

The Unsung Collective, led by Tyrone Clinton Jr., bridges classical music and Black America, creating a powerful platform for unvoiced stories.
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The palace called and I heard myself saying yes': how Errollyn Wallen went from Top of the Pops to Master of the King's Music

Errollyn Wallen has broken through historic barriers in classical music, now recognized as a leading composer despite being historically marginalized.
#bach
Berlin music
fromKqed
2 months ago

With Yuja Wang Out, Vikingur Olafsson Performs Lively 'Goldberg Variations'

Ólafsson's performance of Bach's 'Goldberg Variations' captivated the audience with its brilliance, following Yuja Wang's last-minute cancellation.
Berlin music
fromKqed
2 months ago

With Yuja Wang Out, Vikingur Olafsson Performs Lively 'Goldberg Variations'

Ólafsson's performance of Bach's 'Goldberg Variations' captivated the audience with its brilliance, following Yuja Wang's last-minute cancellation.
#mozart
Berlin music
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Mozart's true face is revealed for the first time in 230 YEARS

Mozart's likeness has been reconstructed from his skull, potentially solving the mystery of his appearance.
Berlin music
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Mozart's true face is revealed for the first time in 230 YEARS

Mozart's likeness has been reconstructed from his skull, potentially solving the mystery of his appearance.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Betsy Arakawa, a Classical Musician and the Wife of Gene Hackman, Dies at 65

Ms. Arakawa was integral to Gene Hackman's writing process, collaborating on his novels through edits and discussions, showcasing her unwavering support and influence on his work.
US news
NYC music
fromHarvard Gazette
2 months ago

A conversation with Gabriela Ortiz - Harvard Gazette

Gabriela Ortiz draws on Mexican folk music to create impactful, award-winning orchestral compositions that address social issues.
SF music
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

An 1887 Opera by a Black Composer Finally Surfaces

Classical music programming is gradually incorporating more composers of color, but substantial inequity and backlash persist.
London music
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Musician seeks help to recover ancient violin stolen in pub

A classical musician is seeking help to recover his stolen 284-year-old violin, which holds immense personal value despite being insured.
SF music
fromRAIN News
2 months ago

RAIN Notes: February 19

Symphony orchestras are using video game music to engage younger audiences and diversify their concert attendance.
NYC music
fromDefector
2 months ago

Silence Brings Us Together | Defector

Choosing real-world experiences over digital distractions enhances mental well-being and fosters personal connections.
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