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Updated Aug 24, 2026

In Innsbruck: Cesti’s Il Pomo d’Oro Gets Its Fully Staged Modern Premiere

“Come in great numbers to witness such entertainments as no one has ever seen, nor ever shall see again,” touted an admirer of Antonio Cesti’s Il Pomo d’Oro when it was … »Read

BSO Mgmt's Cries of Poverty Are 'Misleading'

Thomas W. Dinsmore, a Wharton-educated accountant and classically-trained violinist, brings a unique perspective when examining the chaotic state of affairs at the Boston Symphony Orchestra (BSO). … »Read

Industry News

A Quick Reprieve in Boston

With the contract between the Boston Symphony Orchestra and its musicians set to expire at midnight on Sunday, Aug. 23, BSO management announced during the afternoon that the players had agreed to … »Read

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KenCen 47 Re-annoint to Cost $100M from the 2%

On Aug. 20 the management of The Kennedy Center submitted a status report with Judge Christopher R. Cooper, who is presiding over the lawsuit between the arts center and Rep. Joyce Beatty … »Read

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The NSO: A Fish Out of Water at the Hollywood Bowl

HOLLYWOOD, CA—Up until Tuesday morning August 18, it looked as if the beleaguered National Symphony Orchestra’s debut in the historic Hollywood Bowl that evening would be just a brief … »Read

Industry News

Boston Symphony Musicians Authorize First Ever Strike

Lenox, MA—The musicians of the Boston Symphony Orchestra have unanimously voted to authorize the first strike in the orchestra’s history. The contract expires at 11:59 PM on Sunday … »Read

People in the News

Ileana Cotrubas, Soprano Who Lit Up the Met, Has Died

The celebrated Romanian lyric soprano Ileana Cotrubas has died at the age of 87. Over a long and distinguished career, she lit up international stages with her luminous voice, mesmerizing stage … »Read

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An Ailing Herbert Blomstedt Cancels More Concerts

Herbert Blomstedt has withdrawn from a further series of concerts due to ongoing health concerns. The former chief conductor of the Gewandhaus Orchestra, which he led from 1998 until 2005, was due … »Read

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Bayreuth's AI Ring: A Spectacular Fail

This season the Bayreuth Festspiele presented an artificial intelligence generated Ring Cycle as part of the celebration of its 150th anniversary. It was a dud: instead of “AI slop,” … »Read

People in the News

A Trio of Legendary CSO Musicians to Retire

The Chicago Symphony Orchestra has announced the retirement of three musicians. Hornist Daniel Gingrich and violinist Ronald Satkiewicz, both currently on sabbatical, and percussionist Patricia … »Read

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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
New Artist of the Month
August 2026

Estel Vivó Casanovas, saxophonist
New Artist of the Month
July 2026

Song Hee Lee, soprano
New Artist of the Month
June 2026

Élisabeth Pion, pianist
New Artist of the Month
May 2026

Theodore Platt, baritone
New Artist of the Month
April 2026

Hannah De Priest, soprano
New Artist of the Month
March 2026

Ruth Knight, director
New Artist of the Month
February 2026

Chelsea Lehnea, soprano
New Artist of the Month
January 2026

Iván López Reynoso, conductor
New Artist of the Month
December 2025

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

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Since 1960, each year Musical America honors several outstanding musicians with an award for excellence.
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1.	Ileana Cotrubas, Soprano Who Lit Up the Met, Has Died
2.	Aspen Music Festival President Arrested for DUI
3.	Three New American Operas Restore Faith in the Artform
4.	New Zealand Composer Realizes Liszt's Lost Revolutionary Symphony
5.	Bayreuth's AI Ring: A Spectacular Fail
6.	Boston Symphony Musicians Authorize First Ever Strike
7.	Salzburg Part 3: An Annoying Ariadne and Three Cheers for Bartoli
8.	At the Proms, Berlioz and Pappano Raise the Dead
9.	An Ailing Herbert Blomstedt Cancels More Concerts
10.	Chicago Sinfonietta Musicians Secure One-Year Deal