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24 June, 2023

Seattle Opera's General Director Christina Scheppelmann appointed as General Director of La Monnaie/De Munt in Brussels, Belgium

Today, Seattle Opera made an announcement regarding General Director Christina Scheppelmann's new appointment as General Director of La Monnaie/De Munt […]

23 June, 2023

Rekindling Harmony: New York Philharmonic's Chief Conductor Returns to Venezuela for Spectacular Fidelio Production Supported by Bancamiga

The newly appointed chief conductor of the New York Philharmonic returned to Venezuela over the weekend to reconnect with El […]

23 June, 2023

Kah Chun Wong Takes the Baton: Singaporean Maestro to Lead Hallé Orchestra and Japan Philharmonic

Singaporean conductor Kah Chun Wong has been appointed as the new Principal Conductor and Artistic Advisor of the Hallé Orchestra […]

23 June, 2023

Conductor Nicolette Fraillon Receives Prestigious 2023 Bernard Heinze Memorial Prize for Extraordinary Musical Impact

Conductor Nicolette Fraillon has been granted the prestigious 2023 Bernard Heinze Memorial Prize. The award was bestowed upon her during […]

22 June, 2023

14-Year-Old Delmar Pianist Shines Nationally: Wins Ruth Monte Memorial Bach Piano Competition and Continues Streak of Success

Two weeks ago, a talented 14-year-old pianist from Delmar achieved national recognition. David Fu, a promising ninth grader attending Albany […]

22 June, 2023

Seokyoung Hong, 15-Year-Old Prodigy from South Korea, Captivates Audiences and Wins Cliburn International Junior Piano Competition 2023

Fifteen-year-old Seokyoung Hong, hailing from South Korea, emerged as the champion after a remarkable display alongside the Dallas Symphony Orchestra. […]

22 June, 2023

Honoring Paganini: The 2023 Premio Paganini Competition Unveils Talented Violinists and Prizes

In 1954, the Premio Paganini Competition was established to honor the renowned virtuoso from Genoa. Scheduled to commence on October […]

21 June, 2023

Kahchun Wong to Lead the Hallé Orchestra as Principal Conductor and Artistic Advisor, Following Sir Mark Elder's Illustrious Tenure

The Hallé Orchestra has announced that Kahchun Wong will be taking over as the new leader of the orchestra, succeeding […]

21 June, 2023

José García-León Appointed as Next Dean of Yale School of Music: Bringing Vision and Expertise to Shape the Future of Music Education

President Peter Salovey has announced that José García-León from The Juilliard School will become the next dean of the Yale […]

21 June, 2023

The Nightingale and Other Fables: A Water Puppetry Spectacle Transforms Adelaide Festival 2024

Adelaide Festival has revealed one of the key shows featured in its 2024 program: The Nightingale and Other Fables, a […]

20 June, 2023

The Classic Violin Olympus International Competition: Unveiling the World's Most Versatile Young Violinist in Dubai

The Classic Violin Olympus International Competition is open to violinists who were born after April 22, 1984. Its main objective […]

20 June, 2023

Resignation of Hong Kong-born Conductor Marks the End of an Era for Antwerp Symphony Orchestra

The conductor, originally from Hong Kong, has informed the Antwerp Symphony Orchestra that she will be resigning in the middle […]

20 June, 2023

Li Cunxin, Visionary Artistic Director of Queensland Ballet, Retires after Transforming the Company

Li Cunxin, who has served as the Artistic Director of Queensland Ballet for 11 years, has announced his decision to […]

19 June, 2023

Dallas Chamber Symphony Expands Musical Horizons with Inaugural Dallas International Violin Competition

Since its establishment in 2011, the Dallas Chamber Symphony has made the inclusion of an instrument competition a significant aspect […]

19 June, 2023

Maestro Nader Abbassi Celebrates Egyptian Violinist Salma Sorour's Triumph with Renowned European Orchestra

Maestro Nader Abbassi expressed his heartfelt congratulations to Egyptian violinist Salma Sorour after she secured a position with the renowned […]

19 June, 2023

Adolfo Corrado Wins BBC Cardiff Singer of the World 2023, Making Musical History

Adolfo Corrado, an Italian singer, has been declared the winner of the prestigious BBC Cardiff Singer of the World 2023 […]

18 June, 2023

An updated opera sensation: "The Cossack Beyond the Danube at the October Palace will surprise the audience!

On 21 June, at 19:00, the premiere of the updated opera Zaporozhets Beyond the Danube will take place at the […]

18 June, 2023

Seokyoung Hong Takes Top Honors at 2023 Cliburn Junior Piano Competition, Continuing South Korea's Winning Streak

In the 2023 Cliburn International Junior Piano Competition and Festival held in Dallas on June 17, Seokyoung Hong, a talented […]

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