The Pittsburgh Opera will inaugurate a summer camp program from July 10-21, 2023. The camp will take place at the company’s headquarters, the Bitz Opera Factory, and carries a $550 registration fee. “We are excited to launch this camp … » Read

The Curtis Institute of Music is launching Curtis Studio, a recording label for both new and traditional works that will be available on major streaming platforms. Platoon, a six-year-old artist services company with offices in London, New York, … » Read

English National Opera Chair Harry Brünjes [pictured] has seemingly called Arts Council England’s bluff. Contrary to its recommendation that ENO relocate to Manchester, as a way of coping with being defunded by ACE, he says, simply, … » Read

The Philly Pops is calling it quits. Struggling against a debt of $450,000 owed its landlord, the Kimmel Center, and about $500,000 to others—on a budget of $7 million—leaders have decided to close the door at the end of the season. … » Read

LONDON--In a week when the very future of opera in the U.K.—and especially opera in English—seemed threatened by Arts Council England’s decision to defund English National Opera, it was heartening to see what could be achieved … » Read

In addition to the four new Young Concert Artists (YCA) announced earlier this week , a number of performers recently have signed with their first management firms. And while YCA provides management for three years to its annual winners, it … » Read

At least for the moment, peace is at hand in San Antonio. During a court hearing on Nov. 14, District Court Judge Fred Biery lifted a temporary restraining order against Local 23 of the American Federation of Musicians. Issued on Nov. 2, the … » Read

The German government has announced its plan to invest €100mn ($104mn) to encourage young people to engage with live cultural events. Beginning in 2023, 750,000 teenagers turning 18 will receive a “KulturPass” of vouchers worth … » Read

SAN FRANCISCO--Often, when there’s a new piece on the program, much of the audience will be unfamiliar with the composer. That was certainly not the case at Davies Symphony Hall on November 11, when Danny Elfman’s Cello Concerto had … » Read

Sheri Notaro has joined the Minnesota Orchestra as its first vice president of people and culture. Her charge—to provide “strategic direction and tactical support” for human resources and lead anti-racism initiatives. Although … » Read