Marian Anderson remains a towering figure in American musical life. Best known for her performance at the Lincoln Memorial in 1939, after the DAR refused her permission to sing in Constitution Hall, she modestly but persistently pursued her … » Read

San Antonio Symphony musicians are getting a raise—of about six percent over the next three years. By 2022, the starting salary will be $35,774. The orchestra performs about 15 classical programs a year, each for two nights, along with … » Read

On his website Parterre.com , editor James Jorden argues the case for Plácido Domingo to withdraw from the Met Opera’s 2019-20 season. His first performance, as Verdi’s Macbeth opposite Anna Netrebko, is scheduled for … » Read

The Atlanta Opera has hired not one but two new development officers in the wake of Rae Weimer’s retirement as director of development last March. She had been in the job just over ten years. Stepping into the newly created post of chief … » Read

The Amsterdam Concertgebouw September 13 opening night is to be led by ever-rising conductor Elim Chan. She steps in for Franz Welser-Möst, who is reported to have a shoulder injury that needs “minor” surgery at the beginning of … » Read

For a time, it looked as if the Alaska State Council on the Arts would be one of the many victims of Republican Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s [pictured] “scorched earth” budget policies. Zeroed out in the initial round of budget vetoes … » Read

The film industry in Brazil is under attack by the right-wing government of President Jair Bolsonaro (pictured). The country’s Minister of Citizenship, Omar Terra, has suspended applications for government funding of television projects for … » Read

The BBC Symphony Orchestra has a new “Creative Artist in Association.” Jules Buckley's primary function, given his track record with pop acts, will be to give the orchestra more of a mixed-genre profile, no doubt enhancing the … » Read

When Aretha Franklin died on Aug. 16, 2018, it appeared that the “Queen of Soul” had left no will . Had that been the case, under Michigan law each of her four sons would receive an equal share of an estate that could ultimately be … » Read

SALZBURG--There was a time a generation ago when Cecilia Bartoli's many U.S. fans could count on seeing her regularly in opera or in concert. The Italian mezzo-soprano noted for her warm sound, dramatic intensity, and dazzling coloratura agility … » Read