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Harold Meltzer, Composer of Impossible-to-Pigeonhole Works, Dies at 58

Harold Meltzer was a vital contemporary composer known for his unique blend of accessible melodies and modernism, leaving a lasting legacy in music.

Tom Johnson, Village Voice Critic of New York's Downtown Avant-Garde, Dead at 85

Tom Johnson's death marks the end of an era in minimalist music, reflecting his influence on both composition and music journalism.

Harold Meltzer, Composer of Impossible-to-Pigeonhole Works, Dies at 58

Harold Meltzer was a vital contemporary composer known for his unique blend of accessible melodies and modernism, leaving a lasting legacy in music.

Tom Johnson, Village Voice Critic of New York's Downtown Avant-Garde, Dead at 85

Tom Johnson's death marks the end of an era in minimalist music, reflecting his influence on both composition and music journalism.
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Classical Music and Opera This Fall: Programs, Premieres and More

The Metropolitan Opera and others are innovating and highlighting contemporary works this fall, featuring major anniversaries and new productions.

TV, Movies, Music and Art to Look Forward to in 2025

Severance's new season promises dark humor and deeper exploration of work-life themes.
Metropolitan Opera's Die Frau Ohne Schatten raises anticipation for Salome's unique production.
Weather Station's music combines various influences to depict contemporary life.

Classical Music and Opera This Fall: Programs, Premieres and More

The Metropolitan Opera and others are innovating and highlighting contemporary works this fall, featuring major anniversaries and new productions.

TV, Movies, Music and Art to Look Forward to in 2025

Severance's new season promises dark humor and deeper exploration of work-life themes.
Metropolitan Opera's Die Frau Ohne Schatten raises anticipation for Salome's unique production.
Weather Station's music combines various influences to depict contemporary life.
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Not your parents' music class: hip-hop, music tech expand the definition of music education | CBC News

Hip-hop's inclusion in music education encourages contemporary music-making and broader student engagement.
Rapper Shad's teaching illustrates the evolving landscape of music curricula at universities.
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The Year the Metropolitan Opera Declared War on the Critics

Contemporary opera is evolving, showcasing modern themes and diverse musical styles, challenging the notion of opera as a stagnant art form.

Funny and less serious: New Wave Opera at Raven's Manor

New Wave Opera aims to expand performance opportunities for vocalists by showcasing contemporary works in non-traditional venues.

Thomas Ades Takes a Step Toward the Classical Music Canon

Living composers struggle for recognition in the music industry.
Contemporary music's fate often hinges on marketability and legacy.

The Year the Metropolitan Opera Declared War on the Critics

Contemporary opera is evolving, showcasing modern themes and diverse musical styles, challenging the notion of opera as a stagnant art form.

Funny and less serious: New Wave Opera at Raven's Manor

New Wave Opera aims to expand performance opportunities for vocalists by showcasing contemporary works in non-traditional venues.

Thomas Ades Takes a Step Toward the Classical Music Canon

Living composers struggle for recognition in the music industry.
Contemporary music's fate often hinges on marketability and legacy.
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Italy's C2C Music Festival comes to Queens in 2025 for its first U.S event in 23-year-history - QNS

C2C Festival will debut in the U.S. at Knockdown Center on May 9, 2025, promoting contemporary and experimental music.

Review: Clarinetist Anthony McGill and Pacifica Quartet are right at home at S.F. Performances

Ben Shirley's "High Sierra Sonata" effectively complements traditional chamber music pieces, proving its worth in concert alongside classics.

The Vibrant Abandon of Barbara Hannigan

Barbara Hannigan is uniquely acclaimed in both conducting and singing within classical music.

Evolution of the love song

The love song has evolved to include a wider range of themes beyond just sappy expressions.

Review: Stars align at S.F. Symphony for Esa-Pekka Salonen's Cello Concerto

Esa-Pekka Salonen breathes new life into classical music through modern instrumentation and innovative orchestration in his 2017 Cello Concerto.

Review: A Choir Stands Out in a Multimedia Performance

The multimedia piece explores themes of forgiveness through diverse artistic expressions, poignantly woven together by composer Gabriela Ortiz.

The Exquisite Fragility of Mark Andre's Music

Mark Andre's compositions require attentive listening due to their delicate and intricate nature, as demonstrated by Boulez's experience during a performance.
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Organic Soulfood and Fifth Column at Opus Jazz Club, Budapest

Opus Jazz Club is a vital venue for contemporary music and jazz in Budapest.
BMC record label showcases diverse jazz projects with local and international artists.

Nubya Garcia: Odyssey

Nubya Garcia's 'Odyssey' intricately blends orchestral and Afro-Caribbean influences, emerging as a complex and adventurous listening experience that challenges traditional jazz.

BBC Prom 35 - BBCSSO/ Volkov: works by Ellington, Mary Lou Williams, Anthony Braxton

The concert celebrated the contributions of black composers and the integration of contemporary music in classical settings.

2024 Konfrontationen Festival in Austria

The Konfrontationen Festival is a hub for innovative contemporary and free improv music, celebrated for its engaging performances and vibrant audience interactions.

Mark Cherrie Quartet - 'Any Anxious Colour'

Mark Cherrie’s album showcases the lyrical beauty of the steel pan blended with contemporary jazz elements.

Organic Soulfood and Fifth Column at Opus Jazz Club, Budapest

Opus Jazz Club is a vital venue for contemporary music and jazz in Budapest.
BMC record label showcases diverse jazz projects with local and international artists.

Nubya Garcia: Odyssey

Nubya Garcia's 'Odyssey' intricately blends orchestral and Afro-Caribbean influences, emerging as a complex and adventurous listening experience that challenges traditional jazz.

BBC Prom 35 - BBCSSO/ Volkov: works by Ellington, Mary Lou Williams, Anthony Braxton

The concert celebrated the contributions of black composers and the integration of contemporary music in classical settings.

2024 Konfrontationen Festival in Austria

The Konfrontationen Festival is a hub for innovative contemporary and free improv music, celebrated for its engaging performances and vibrant audience interactions.

Mark Cherrie Quartet - 'Any Anxious Colour'

Mark Cherrie’s album showcases the lyrical beauty of the steel pan blended with contemporary jazz elements.
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TBA Review: Yelling Choir by Maxx Katz Commands Sonic Space, Emotional Release

Yelling Choir by Maxx Katz offers an immersive blend of sound and sight, provoking deep emotional responses through music and performance.

Nala Sinephro: Endlessness

Nala Sinephro's 'Endlessness' excels in merging ambient and jazz, offering a fresh take on contemporary music.

Wolfgang Rihm obituary

Wolfgang Rihm navigated musical heritage and expression, creating over 500 works and showcasing confidence in his compositional voice despite generational challenges.

Ambleside Days 2024 (29 Aug - 1 Sep)

Ambleside Days Festival offers a vibrant platform for contemporary music in the English Lake District, emphasizing community and collaboration among musicians.

Rewire Festival 2024 (Netherlands)

Rewire Festival in The Hague showcases contemporary artists, with Annea Lockwood as the featured artist, offering a diverse and immersive musical experience.

Shadowlands (Robin Fincker, Lauren Kinsella, Kit Downes) - 'Ombres'

Combines folk and contemporary music in European jazz spirit.
Diverse track-to-track style variations with emotional intelligence.

Jaap van Zweden to Lead French Orchestra After New York Philharmonic

Jaap van Zweden takes on new music director roles in Seoul and Paris.
Van Zweden plans to promote new works and contemporary pieces by French composers.

MGMT finds solace on 'Loss of Life'

MGMT's music remains culturally relevant over nearly two decades, serving as a reflection of different eras in America.
Loss of Life is a departure from their previous works, showcasing a more contemplative and earnest side of MGMT.
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