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Chicago Sinfonietta Celebrates Women Composers in Historic Performance

Orchestra highlights works by Florence Price, Shirley J. Thompson, Marianna Martines, and Amy Beach for Women's History Month

Seiji Ozawa Leads Boston Symphony in Bach's Chaconne

Classical radio station WCRB features Ozawa's performance of the iconic work.

National Symphony Orchestra Director Resigns Amid Kennedy Center Controversy

Davidson's departure follows a wave of cancellations and disruptions at the iconic arts institution.

National Symphony Orchestra CEO Departs Amid Turmoil

Jean Davidson cites "external forces" as reason for leaving Washington for Los Angeles post

Sacramento Choral Society & Orchestra to Perform Rare Dvořák's Requiem

Acclaimed soloists, large chorus, and professional orchestra to bring the composer's profound work to the SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center.

UW-Eau Claire Faculty Showcase 'Water Music' in Recital Series

The First Fridays Faculty Recital Series highlights the talent and versatility of the university's music department.

Asheville Choral Society Celebrates Spring with Concert

125 singers and musicians to perform Fauré's Requiem and Vaughan Williams' Serenade to Music

Weekend Events Celebrate Women's History, Comedy, and Culture in Harlem

From classical music to stand-up comedy, Harlem offers a diverse lineup of events March 6-9.

Gilroy High Choir Director Leads Singers to Carnegie Hall

Jonathan Souza's South Bay Singers choir to perform at prestigious New York venue.

Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra Names New President and CEO

Amy Williams to lead the organization after previous president's departure

SMSU/Community Concert Band to Present Free 'Songs of Soil & Sky' Concert

The concert band will perform a program celebrating the power and beauty of the earth on Thursday night at Southwest Minnesota State University.

New Bedford Symphony Welcomes Percussion Powerhouse Cynthia Yeh

Boldness Unbound concert features electrifying percussion concerto and American symphonic classic

HPU to Host Duo Recital by Drs. Kent and In-Ja Eshelman

The free public concert will take place on March 5 in Grace Chapel.

Young Conductor Klaus Mäkelä Divides Opinions on Chicago Symphony Tour

The 30-year-old conductor's performances with the orchestra were a mix of strengths and weaknesses, leaving critics unsure if he is ready for his high-profile appointments.

Brahms Bonanza Captivates NoHo Audience

Violinist Andrew Sords, cellist John Walz, and pianist Timothy Durkovic deliver powerful Brahms chamber music performance.

COCC's Cascade Chorale and Chamber Orchestra to Perform 'Sounds of Nature'

Free concerts will explore humanity's connection to the natural world through classical and contemporary music.

Soprano shines in Music of the Baroque's 'Baroque Blockbusters' concert

Richard Egarr makes his MOB debut as conductor and harpsichord soloist

Trio Joyeux to Perform at Ohio University Southern

The newly formed chamber ensemble will hold the second concert of its inaugural Winter 2026 series.

Wheatland Concert Series Returns to Purcellville

Two-harpsichord Bach performance and French wine dinner on the schedule

Music of the Baroque presents Baroque Blockbusters!

North Shore Chamber Orchestra to perform "Horizons" concert on March 1

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