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A Truly French Orchestra

The world’s orchestras have in recent eras become increasingly internationalized: It would be hard to argue that the New York Philharmonic, say, produces a discernibly “American” … »Read

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Orchestra Lumos Names New CEO

Orchestra Lumos, ( formerly the Stamford Symphony Orchestra ) has appointed Walker Beard to succeed Russell Jones as president and CEO as of January 1, 2026. Jones had announced his departure … »Read

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Swift Promotion for One CSO Fellow

The newest member of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra’s cello section has moved swiftly from one of three CSO fellows as of this fall to full-time member; she is Olivia Jakyoung Huh, a native … »Read

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Bass-baritone Donald McIntyre Dies

Renowned New Zealand-born bass-baritone Donald McIntyre died on Nov.13 at age 91. He was known especially for his portrayals of iconic roles in Wagner’s operas, including Wotan in The Ring. … »Read

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EMF Is Now EF of M

If all goes according to plan, the Eastern Music Festival is to make a comeback as the Eastern Festival of Music. An email from Barbara Morgenstern , former wife of EMF founder Shelly Morgenstern … »Read

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FIFA to Take Over KenCen

The blossoming friendship between FIFA President Gianni Infantino and Donald Trump has resulted in FIFA taking over all of Kennedy Center for the 2026 World Cup Draw, rent-free. Never mind the … »Read

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The YCA Winners' Concert

Young Concert Artists hosted its 2025 Winners Concert on November 10 in the Kaplan Penthouse at Lincoln Center. There were just three winners this year, a violinist, piano trio, and a saxophonist … »Read

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Sting to Take the Met Stage

The Metropolitan Opera House will be hosting nine performances of a newly adapted version of Sting’s musical The Last Ship in June 2026. The production features a new book by Barney Norris … »Read

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Conductor Renewals: Stateside & Spain

Chelsea Gallo , resident conductor of the Florida Orchestra (TFO) since 2023, has extended her contract through the 2026-27 season. She annually conducts more than 50 masterworks, pops, education, … »Read

Contests & Awards

2026 Azrieli Music Prizes to Four Composers

The Montreal-based Azrieli Music, Arts and Culture Center (AMACC) has named four composers—Hana Ajiashvili, Dalit Hadass Warshaw, Nicholas Denton Protsack, and Adrian Mocanu—as the … »Read

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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.


Hongni Wu, mezzo-soprano
New Artist of the Month
November 2025
Emma Wernig, viola
New Artist of the Month
October 2025
Cadie J. Bryan, soprano
New Artist of the Month
September 2025
Wendy Waszut-Barrett, designer
New Artist of the Month
August 2025
Oliver Talukder, oboist
New Artist of the Month
July 2025
Katharina Wincor, conductor
New Artist of the Month
June 2025
Catharine Woodward, soprano
New Artist of the Month
May 2025
Abigail Raiford, soprano
New Artist of the Month
April 2025
Ashley Jackson, harpist
New Artist of the Month
March 2025
Kari Watson, composer
New Artist of the Month
February 2025
Gabriela Lara, violinist
New Artist of the Month
January 2025
Madeline Apple Healey, soprano
New Artist of the Month
December 2024

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