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He's 75, so René Kollo has decided that enough is enough. Wagner tenors--real, top-quality Wagner tenors--are few enough in number that when one decides to retire, it doesn't go unnoticed. -
Author Not Guilty of Defamation Against Late 'Pianist' Władysław Szpilman
A Polish court recently found Agata Tuszyńska not guilty of defaming the memory of Polish-Jewish pianist Władysław Szpilman, whose memoir of surviving the Warsaw ghetto was made into the 2002 movie 'The Pianist.' -
Gramophone Magazine Sold to Mark Allen Publishing
One of the most respected and influential brands in classical music will be leaving one of Britain's highest-profile media owners--but this could be a move that works. -
Classicalite’s Five Best: Interactive Musical Experiences
Ensembles around the world are using technology to present classical music in exciting new formats. Ranging from customizable concerts to an opportunity to conduct your own online orchestra, these online programs are both inventive and fun. -
James MacMillan, Nicola Benedetti Launch Cumnock Tryst Festival in Scotland
Another artist-led music festival has been announced, this one run by a composer and located in his native Scotland. And the composer is Scotland's finest, James MacMillan. Not only that, but Scotland's best known violin export, Nicola... -
Best. Verdi. Video...Ever?
On Verdi's bicentenary, this is my choice and I stand by it. I'll get physical if I have to. -
Classicalite's Five Best: Halloween Recordings
What qualifies as classical music's scariest works and recordings? -
Osvaldo Golijov, Thomas Adès Writing Operas for the Met...Could This be Golijov’s Moment?
As the Metropolitan Opera reveals, via the New York Times, that new operas are on the way from Thomas Adès and Osvaldo Golijov, one can reflect on both. If English composer Adès has been sparing with his vocal works, few recent... -
New Hope for Classical Music: New World Symphony's Success with Innovative Concert Formats
For those who are concerned about the future of classical music in the world’s concert halls, the New World Symphony has some inspiring news... -
TRANSLATION: Schoenberg's Pierrot Lunaire, "Journey Home (Barcarola)"
Part III: 20. "Journey Home (Barcarola)" -
DOWNLOAD: RE/Search Head V. Vale's 'Lausanne Theme' for Solo Piano
A mere 99 cents lands you the latest piano improvisation from the founder of RE/Search Publications. -
WATCH: Leonard Slatkin Leads the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, Detroit Children's Choir in “Go Get ‘Em Tigers!”
The Detroit Tigers' bid for the World Series began last Friday, and no group has been more spirited in their support than the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, who played "Go Get Em Tigers!"--complete with Tigers baseball caps and team... -
French Director Patrice Chéreau, Revered for Wagner's 'Ring,' Dead at 68
French opera, theater and film director Patrice Chéreau has died of lung cancer, aged 68. One of the most revered, one might even say iconic directors of his era, Chéreau may have finally been defeated by Napoleon--as in his doomed... -
Osmo Vänskä’s Emotional Farewell Speech to His Minnesota Orchestra
A recording has emerged of one of the most devastating speeches from a concert hall--Osmo Vänskä's farewell to the Minnesota Orchestra, ravaged by industrial dispute. -
Andris Nelsons to Leave City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, So, What Next?
The Latvian conductor Andris Nelsons wants to concentrate on his new day job running the Boston Symphony Orchestra, but how long can he stay this focused?
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