Did AI Just Kill Classical Music?

By Michael Vincent on May 21, 2024

Violinist Daniel Kurganov's new viral video features AI music, challenging everything you know about AI and music.

Scientists Pull Answers From Beethoven's Hair

By Michael Vincent on May 13, 2024

New research into Ludwig van Beethoven’s authenticated hair samples has offered fresh insights into the famed composer's chronic health issues.

Disgraced Musicians Sue New York Philharmonic

By Michael Vincent on May 6, 2024

Matthew Muckey, associate principal trumpet, and Liang Wang, principal oboist, have taken their legal battle to federal court, filing lawsuits against the New York Philharmonic and their union, Local 802.

Demand for Mental Health Support Soars in Performing Arts Sector

By Michael Vincent on April 29, 2024

The Lord of the Rings Opera Gets Green Light from Tolkien Estate

By Michael Vincent on April 15, 2024

In an unprecedented move, the Tolkien Estate has given its nod to the first-ever opera based on "The Lord of the Rings".

Chicago Takes the Leap with Youngest Appointment in CSO History

By Michael Vincent on April 8, 2024

Meet the fresh face wunderkind of classical music in Chicago: 28-year-old Finnish conductor Klaus Mäkelä.

Wigmore Hall Takes Control of Its Own Destiny

By Michael Vincent on April 1, 2024

Arts Council England Takes Aim at Opera (Again)

By Michael Vincent on March 25, 2024

Once revered as the pinnacle of cultural sophistication, opera now sits in the crosshairs of Arts Council England (ACE), which is calling into question the relevance of a genre steeped in history.

Salonen Bows Out of San Francisco Symphony

By Ludwig Van on March 18, 2024

San Francisco's cultural landscape is about to change as Esa-Pekka Salonen announces his departure from the San Francisco Symphony.

Naxos Takes Chandos Under Its Wing

By Michael Vincent on March 11, 2024

Classical music recording juggernaut Naxos has announced that they have acquired the small independent label Chandos Records.