The New York Times – Music:
Leon Botstein is no longer president of Bard College, but he continues to teach and play a prominent role in the school’s signature music programs.
Author: Adam Nagourney
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Strike at Cleveland Orchestra Ends as Musicians Agree to a Deal
The New York Times – Music:
What was the second recent strike at a prestigious music institution had jeopardized a European tour. But “the musicians are packing their trunks,” one union rep said.
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Cleveland Orchestra Players Walk Out, Forcing Cancellation of Performances
The New York Times – Music:
The strike, which began early Friday, is the latest labor action to unsettle classical music at a time of financial turmoil and uncertainty.
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A New Advocate for Opera Takes the Met Stage: Mayor Mamdani
The New York Times – Music:
The mayor, with a video filmed at the Metropolitan Opera House, joins the Met in announcing a program to give away 70,000 tickets a year.
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San Francisco Opera Reaches Deal With Orchestra, Ending Strike
The New York Times – Music:
Nearly a week after opening night was canceled while patrons were in their seats, the musicians agreed to a four-year contract. The deal still needs to be ratified.
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San Francisco Opera Cancels Opening Night After Musicians Strike
The New York Times – Music:
The labor action forced the opera to cancel as patrons were finding their seats, and threw the season of one of the nation’s premier companies into limbo.
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The National Symphony Orchestra’s Next Season Will Be Miles From the Kennedy Center
The New York Times – Music:
The orchestra will play in six halls in the Washington area and tour to five states as the center moves to shut down for a two-year overhaul.
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The Gustavo Dudamel Era in Los Angeles Approaches Its End
The New York Times – Music:
Gustavo Dudamel’s last concerts at Walt Disney Concert Hall as the Los Angeles Philharmonic’s maestro were a symbol of his impact after 17 years.
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L.A. Philharmonic Names Daniel Harding as Music Director
The New York Times – Music:
The Philharmonic, taking a more traditional route than in the past, has named the British-born conductor Daniel Harding as its next music director.