NEWS
Updated Aug 13, 2026
Missy Mazzoli's New Opera Wows Edinburgh
EDINBURGH—Missy Mazzoli and Royce Vavrek’s new opera The Galloping Cure premiered August 9 at the Festival Theatre, Edinburgh and has received an excellent set of reviews. Based on an … »Read
At the Proms, Weber's Oberon Could Use More Fairy Dust
Two centuries on from its London premiere, Oberon remains Carl Maria von Weber’s most enigmatic opera. Often cited as a forgotten masterpiece, its combination of a notoriously risible … »Read
Cage Chord Changes for First Time in 17 Months
Something rather special occurred within the hallowed walls of the medieval church of St. Burchardi in Halberstadt, Germany this August 5. An expectant crowd of reporters and contemporary music … »Read
Boston Appoints New Associate Principal Oboe
The Boston Symphony Orchestra (BSO) and Music Director Andris Nelsons have announced the appointment of Kip Zimmerman as the orchestra’s new associate principal oboe, beginning in the … »Read
App Invites Violists to be Mentored by Berlin Phil Principal
Ever wanted to be coached by a principal from one of the world’s leading orchestras? Well, now you can be. It's all part the latest initiative presented by the Master Sessions program on … »Read
Salzburg Part 2: A Profound, Mesmeric Saint François d'Assise
At four hours of music and a highly complex score for huge orchestra (120 musicians in this case) and chorus, it’s no wonder that performances of Olivier Messiaen’s monumental Saint … »Read
The National Symphony Is In Serious Danger, Thanks to...
The National Symphony Orchestra (NSO) should already be planning for its centennial in 2031. Instead, it faces the prospect of having no home, no 2026-27 season, and quite possibly, no future, all … »Read
New Music Director for LA Chamber O
Matthias Pintscher is to succeed Jaime Martin as music director of the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra as of 2027-28, with an initial contract of four years. Pintscher, also a composer, recently … »Read
Bayreuth: Pain vs. Payoff
How much of a good thing is too much? When does wretched excess overcome commitment to one composer’s oeuvre? The Guardian’ s Flora Willson recently put herself to these tests, … »Read
AI Song Generator to Protect Its 'Content' from Copyright Infringement
Suno, the AI-generative song platform, is introducing new tools designed to prevent users from uploading its AI-generated songs on other streaming platforms to earn revenue. Audio watermarking and … »Read
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Daniil Trifonov explores Latin American treasures on new DG double album: Mi Historia Americana – Sur (My American Story – South), out Oct 2
Chanticleer releases Machaut on Delos/Outhere Music; performs staged Machaut Project live in San Francisco (Sep 13–20)
Eastman School of Music releases IN PLAIN SIGHT: The Black Anthology – new double album of art songs by Black Composers on Lexicon Classics
The Atlanta Opera announces Ring Festival 2029, two complete cycles of Wagner’s epic masterpiece directed by Tomer Zvulun (June 9–21, 2029)
Parthenia Viol Consort Announces 2026-2027 New York Season Concert Events
New Mexico Philharmonic Announces Planned Leadership Transition, Amanda Gates Named Incoming Chief Executive Officer
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HONORS & AWARDS
Each month, Musical America spotlights an important emerging talent. If you haven't heard of the New Artist of the Month before, we predict you will soon.
Jingwen Cai, mezzo-soprano
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August 2026
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Estel Vivó Casanovas, saxophonist
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July 2026
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Song Hee Lee, soprano
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June 2026
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Élisabeth Pion, pianist
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May 2026
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Theodore Platt, baritone
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April 2026
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April 2026
Hannah De Priest, soprano
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March 2026
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Ruth Knight, director
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February 2026
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Chelsea Lehnea, soprano
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January 2026
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January 2026
Iván López Reynoso, conductor
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December 2025
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December 2025
Hongni Wu, mezzo-soprano
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November 2025
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November 2025
Emma Wernig, viola
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October 2025
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October 2025
Cadie J. Bryan, soprano
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September 2025
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