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Updated Apr 26, 2024

El Niño Arrives at the Met: Fresh and in Full Flower

At the end of El Niño ’s opening chorus, during the transition to the Annunciation scene, the orchestra begins to vibrate in steadily intensifying waves of ecstatic energy—a … »Read

Credo Music Taps David Chan as Festival Director

Credo Music, which marks its 25 th anniversary this summer, has named MET Orchestra concertmaster David Chan as director of its annual chamber music festival at Oberlin Conservatory, effective in … »Read

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BBC Proms Announced, with New Leadership on the Horizon

The upcoming summer’s BBC Proms, the ninth and last season under the direction of David Pickard , features the usual array of classical music luminaries, the continued commitment to … »Read

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U.K. Report Misogyny in Music Gets a Shoulder Shrug from Gov't

Misogyny in Music , a report prepared by the British Parliament’s Women and Equalities Committee, appears to have fallen on deaf ears. The government has rejected the report’s … »Read

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Anthony Roth Costanzo to Helm Opera Philadelphia

In what has accurately been described as an “inspired choice,” Opera Philadelphia has named Anthony Roth Costanzo as its next general director and president. Costanzo is a star … »Read

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Orchestral Americana New on Record

Alsop on Adams Marin Alsop has been quietly championing John Adams abroad—and now at the Met Opera conducting his El Nino—for decades. A new Naxos recording with the ORF Vienna Radio … »Read

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New Artistic Directors in Australia, Germany

Orchestra Victoria has tapped Jessica Gethin to assume the orchestra’s lead artistic role. As artistic adviser, she will work with management on musician recruitment and performance, … »Read

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Pittsburgh Symphony Headed to Europe

The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra (PSO) and its Music Director Manfred Honeck will travel to Europe for two weeks, August 22 through September 7, with stops in nine cities including Salzburg, … »Read

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New Youth O Conductors: Richmond and San Francisco

The Richmond Symphony Orchestra (RSO) has named Hae Lee as its new associate conductor and Youth Orchestra (RSYO) conductor, effective in July 2024. In the former role, the 32-year-old Korean … »Read

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Cinci Symphony Announces Music Director

The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra has chosen Cristian Macelaru to succeed Louis Langrée as music director, starting next season as designate and continuing for the following four years … »Read

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HONORS & AWARDS

Each month, Musical America spotlights an important emerging talent. If you haven't heard of the New Artist of the Month before, we predict you will soon.

~Nois Saxophone Quartet
New Artists of the Month
April 2024

Sarah Saviet, violinist
New Artist of the Month
March 2024

Sarah Dufresne, soprano
New Artist of the Month
February 2024

Ben Goldscheider, horn player
New Artist of the Month
January 2024

William Thomas, bass
New Artist of the Month
December 2023

Jonas Frølund, clarinetist
New Artist of the Month
November 2023

Stephanie Childress, conductor
New Artist of the Month
October 2023

Lee Reynolds, conductor
New Artist of the Month
September 2023

Hillary Simms, trombonist
New Artist of the Month
August 2023

Huang Yi, conductor
New Artist of the Month
July 2023

Elijah McCormack, male soprano
New Artist of the Month
June 2023

James Díaz, composer
New Artist of the Month
May 2023

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Since 1960, each year Musical America honors several outstanding musicians with an award for excellence.
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1.	Eastman School Names New Dean
2.	Anthony Roth Costanzo to Helm Opera Philadelphia
3.	El Niño Arrives at the Met: Fresh and in Full Flower
4.	Cinci Symphony Announces Music Director
5.	Nadia Boulanger Opera Bows at NYU's Skirball Center
6.	2 California Festivals Get New Executive Directors
7.	New Artistic Planning Exec for Brevard
8.	The LSO at the Barbican: Jazz and Ravel Are the Glue
9.	Orchestral Americana New on Record
10.	Two New Conductors on the Ascent