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.
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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.
(Continue reading)By Sara Schabas on May 13, 2024
More than 175 opera artists signed a letter to the British and Welsh governments addressing the effects of the Arts Council of England's funding cuts on the Welsh National Opera.
(Continue reading)By Sara Schabas on May 13, 2024
The composer and multi-instrumentalist Tyshawn Sorey has been awarded the 2024 Pulitzer Prize in Music for his piece Adagio (for Wadada Leo Smith).
(Continue reading)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.
(Continue reading)By Sara Schabas on May 6, 2024
On May 1st, the Washington National Opera recognized the tenor Katherine Goforth as the recipient of their inaugural award for transgender and nonbinary singers.
(Continue reading)By Sara Schabas on May 6, 2024
After 130 years of being known as the Royal Opera House, the London institution announced this week that it will now be called the Royal Ballet and Opera.
(Continue reading)By Michael Vincent on April 29, 2024
By Sara Schabas on April 29, 2024
The countertenor Anthony Roth Costanzo has been appointed general director of Opera Philadelphia.
(Continue reading)By Sara Schabas on April 29, 2024
The Cleveland Orchestra appearance at the BBC Proms and Edinburgh Festival cancelled due to shortage of funds.
(Continue reading)By Michael Vincent on April 22, 2024
The classical music world mourns the loss of Sir Andrew Davis, renowned conductor and music director, who passed away unexpectedly at 80.
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