The New York Times – Music:
The New York Philharmonic commissioned an outside investigation into its culture after a magazine article explored how it handled an accusation of sexual assault in 2010.
Author: Javier C. Hernandez
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Lincoln Center’s Summer Festival to Focus on Civic Bonds
The New York Times – Music:
The third edition of Summer for the City will feature hip-hop, comedy, classical music and more, under the motto “life, liberty and happiness.”
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A Pathbreaking Singer Arrives at the Met, With Pearls and Tattoos
The New York Times – Music:
Davóne Tines, who stars in the oratorio “El Niño,” is challenging traditions in classical music and using art to confront social problems.
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Philharmonic Sidelines 2 Players It Tried to Fire for Misconduct
The New York Times – Music:
The New York Philharmonic said the musicians would not perform for now, after a magazine article brought new attention to allegations of misconduct. They have denied wrongdoing.
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Met Opera Chooses Tilman Michael as Next Chorus Master
The New York Times – Music:
Tilman Michael, who leads the Frankfurt Opera’s chorus, will succeed the veteran conductor Donald Palumbo, who steps down this season after 17 years.
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She’s Shaking Up Classical Music While Confronting Illness
The New York Times – Music:
The pianist Alice Sara Ott, who makes her New York Philharmonic debut this week, is upending concert culture — and defying stereotypes about multiple sclerosis.
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Klaus Mäkelä to Lead Chicago Symphony Orchestra
The New York Times – Music:
He will be the youngest music director in the orchestra’s 133-year history, and one of the youngest ever to lead a top American ensemble.
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How Many Easters Remain for This Century-Old Boys’ Choir School?
The New York Times – Music:
St. Thomas Church in New York is considering closing its renowned boarding school for choristers, one of only a few in the world, because of financial woes.
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Ukrainian Conductor Oksana Lyniv Arrives at the Met Opera
The New York Times – Music:
Oksana Lyniv, who is leading “Turandot” at the Metropolitan Opera, has used her platform to criticize Russia and promote Ukrainian culture.