The New York Times – Music:
After Russia invaded Ukraine, the soprano lost work in the West because of her past support of President Vladimir V. Putin. She was invited to sing this month in Monaco.
Author: Javier C. Hernandez
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The Boston Symphony cancels its European tour over virus concerns.
The New York Times – Music:
The orchestra has also reported a surge in cases among its players.
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Ukraine Benefit Featuring Russian Ensemble Is Canceled in Vienna
The New York Times – Music:
Organizers said they canceled a performance by MusicAeterna after the Ukrainian ambassador in Austria expressed concern about featuring Russian artists.
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Outspoken Composer to Lead International Contemporary Ensemble
The New York Times – Music:
George E. Lewis, a Columbia scholar who has documented how Black composers have been excluded from experimental music, will lead the renowned group.
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Anne Parsons, Who Revived the Detroit Symphony, Dies at 64
The New York Times – Music:
She shepherded the orchestra through a bitter six-month strike and then worked to ensure that it flourished after what many considered a near-death moment.
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Netrebko Faces Backlash After Attempt to Distance Herself From Putin
The New York Times – Music:
The star soprano Anna Netrebko lost work in the West over her ties to the Russian president. Now, following an about-face, she has been called a traitor at home.
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Anna Netrebko Seeks Distance From Putin After Losing Work
The New York Times – Music:
The superstar soprano, whose past support of the Russian president cost her many engagements after the invasion of Ukraine, said in a statement that she was not “allied with any leader of Russia.”
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Ukrainians Fill Streets With Music, Echoing Past War Zones
The New York Times – Music:
In subway stations and apartment buildings, artists are playing Bach, Vivaldi and folk songs.
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William Kraft, Percussionist and Force in New Music, Dies at 98
The New York Times – Music:
A mainstay of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, he also composed music that elevated overlooked instruments like the timpani.