Classical music’s powers to impact and change our lives, to connect and create empathy, are widely acknowledged, even as the art form remains generally underfunded and ignored as an educational necessity. It is little wonder then, writes … » Read

Given the myriad high-tech possibilities that could be exploited in an interpretation of Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf , writes Peter Dobrin in The Philadelphia Inquirer , The Philadelphia Orchestra “is smart enough to let the piece … » Read

The destruction of the John F. Kennedy Memorial Center of the Performing Arts, soon to be literal, under the DT regime is reflected in its near-empty houses, fleeing resident companies (the Washington National Opera the most visible), in-protest … » Read

A Feb. 10 email from Kennedy Center President Richard Grenell warned staff to expect cuts and the reality of “skeletal teams” once renovation of the building begins in July. “Departments will obviously function on a much smaller … » Read

Music Director Manfred Honeck launches his 19 th season as music director of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra on Sept. 26 with Lang Lang performing Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 5, Emperor— a true opening gala program. Over the … » Read

Midway through its 79 th year, the Portland Chamber Orchestra (PCO) has dissolved, canceling the season’s last two concerts scheduled for Beaverton, OR. A statement on the orchestra's website provides no reason, but thanks “all those … » Read

Since 2014, Opera Ithaca, a self-styled “little company that could” located in upstate New York, has presented operas ranging from the classics— Don Giovanni , Die Fledermaus , The Abduction from the Seraglio , Cenerentola , … » Read

The Minnesota Orchestra posted a$4.2 million operating loss for fiscal year 2025, the second year in a row that has produced a multi-million-dollar deficit. Revenues for FY2025 totaled $38.1 million and operating expenses were $42.3 million. … » Read

On Feb. 5, the National Symphony Orchestra (NSO) performed for the first time since Donald Trump announced his intention to close The Kennedy Center for two years. The concert hall was packed, a rare occurrence since DT seized control last … » Read

In a world that becomes increasingly difficult to watch, much less live in, a beacon of hope shined brightly—and reliably--last week when Carnegie Hall announced its 2026-27 season. It’s as rich in repertoire as it is stellar in … » Read