The New York Times – Music:
Ozawa, who died this week at 88 years old, left behind a catalog made with orchestras in Boston, Chicago and elsewhere. Listen to highlights.
Author: Javier C. Hernandez
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Lincoln Center’s Leader, Henry Timms, to Depart After Five Years
The New York Times – Music:
After guiding the arts organization through the pandemic and shepherding through the renovation of David Geffen Hall, he is leaving to lead the Brunswick Group.
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Robert Spano to Lead Washington National Opera as Music Director
The New York Times – Music:
The veteran conductor, who won acclaim as a champion of new music at the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, will begin a three-year term in 2025.
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Goodbye Mostly Mozart, Hello Festival Orchestra of Lincoln Center
The New York Times – Music:
The renamed ensemble will present a mix of new and old in its first season under the conductor Jonathon Heyward.
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Met Opera Taps Its Endowment Again to Weather Downturn
The New York Times – Music:
The company has withdrawn nearly $40 million in additional funds from its endowment to cover expenses, but sees signs it may be emerging from its post-pandemic woes.
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An Opera Superfan’s Surprise Gift: $1.7 Million for the Arts
The New York Times – Music:
Lois Kirschenbaum, who died in 2021, made the donations to cultural groups from unexpectedly large life savings.
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Channeling the Pain of Chinese Immigrants, in Music and Verse
The New York Times – Music:
“Angel Island,” an oratorio by Huang Ruo, brings to life the stark poetry of Chinese detained on the California island in the first part of the 20th century.
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Under Pressure, English National Opera Will Move to Manchester
The New York Times – Music:
Urged to develop a new model by Arts Council England, the opera company will move its base out of London, but it still plans to present opera there.
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After Shakeup, Trinity Church Appoints Its Next Music Leader
The New York Times – Music:
Melissa Attebury will be the first woman to run the church’s program, after Julian Wachner was fired last year following accusations of misconduct that he has denied.