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UPDATE: Milwaukee Police Recover the "Ex-Lipiński" Stradivarius Violin Stolen from Frank Almond
Milwaukee Police have recovered the "Ex-Lipiński" Stradivarius stolen from Frank Almond, concertmaster of the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, a source from the Milwaukee Police Department confirmed today. -
Three People Arrested in Connection with Theft of Stradivarius Violin from Frank Almond of Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra
Milwaukee County prosecutors say that three people have been arrested in connection with the theft of the "Ex-Lipiński" Stradivarius violin, FoxNews.com reported earlier today. Two men, ages 36 and 41, and a 32-year-old woman were arrested by Milwaukee police on the -
From Bach to Boulez: Chicago Symphony Orchestra Announces Brilliant 2014-15 Season
The Chicago Symphony Orchestra announced two pieces of important news yesterday: The orchestra's widely-respected music director Riccardo Muti signed a new contract with the CSO, extending his tenure as music director through 2020; and the CSO announced programming for their 2014-15 season. -
Riccardo Muti Extends Contract as Music Director of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Through 2020
Maestro Riccardo Muti's deeply rewarding artistic collaboration with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra will continue beyond next season. Muti announced on Monday that he will extend his tenure as music director of the CSO through 2020. -
READ: Statement from Owner of "Ex-Lipiński" Stradivarius Violin, Stolen from Frank Almond of the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra
The owner of the "Ex-Lipiński" Stradivarius violin that was stolen from violinist Frank Almond last week has issued a statement about the theft. Far from expressing anger, she expresses concern for Almond and devastation that the theft occurred, saying to Almond, "First... -
Composers Mason Bates, Anna Clyne on Re-Imagining the Chicago Symphony's MusicNOW Series
The audience at a Chicago Symphony Orchestra MusicNOW concert is in for a vastly different experience than is the norm at most other CSO concerts. MusicNOW, curated by Mason Bates and fellow CSO composer-in-residence Anna Clyne, is the CSO’s nationally recognized and... -
Lullaby of Broadway...in the Opera House? Lyric of Chicago Presenting 'The Sound of Music'
Lyric Opera of Chicago recently announced they have extended the run of 'The Sound of Music' due to popular demand. There are several songs in this musical that would sound wonderful sung by opera singers. But "Doe a Deer"? Not so much. And "Edelweiss" certainly doesn't need operatic voices. -
Read This Before Applying to Music School: Some Thoughts on the Conservatory Experience
Despite the long odds of making a living as a professional musician, many parents are encouraging their children to major in music in college. This encouragement is so often is based on the students' desire to major in music, regardless of their actual level of talent. -
"Ex-Lipiński" Stradivarius Violin Worth $6 Million Stolen from Concertmaster Frank Almond of Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra
Frank Almond, concertmaster of the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, reported the theft of his "ex-Lipinski" Stradivarius violin on January 27, as he was walking back to his car after a concert. The violin, worth an estimated $6 million, was on loan to him from an anonymous benefactor. -
Minnesota Orchestra Survives Historic 15-Month Lockout, Announces Shortened 2014 Concert Season (Feat. Osmo Vänskä)
A new era in the history of the Minnesota Orchestra will begin next month, when the re-united orchestra will present its first performances in Orchestra Hall after a long and often bitter contract dispute that dragged on for 15 months. -
Frozen Warnings: Swedish Ice Orchestra of Luleå Chillingly Performs on Tim Linhart's Instruments [PHOTOS]
Tim Linhart of Luleå, Sweden creates violins, celli, guitars and marimbas out of ice each year for his Ice Music concerts. -
Following the Ninth: Beethoven's Battle Cry for Freedom Sounds in Kerry Candaele's New Documentary
Following the Ninth is an unusual documentary film about a single work of music that has inspired millions ever since it was first performed: Beethoven's Symphony No. 9 in D minor, Op. 125. Filmmaker Kerry Candaele explores the global influence of the work and how... -
Baroque Conversations: Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, with Jeannette Sorrell of Apollo's Fire, Invites Discussion on Vivaldi, Bach and Boccherini
Jeannette Sorrell will lead the LACO in a program of concerti by Vivaldi, Bach and Boccherini on Thursday, February 6 at Zipper Hall in downtown Los Angeles. All ticket holders are invited to a complimentary wine reception before the concert at 6:00 p.m. -
Mandolin Virtuoso Avi Avital Talks New Album ‘Between Worlds’ and Carnegie Hall Debut
Mandolinist Avi Avital released his second Deutsche Grammophon album, 'Between Worlds,' on January 14. Between the release of his new album and his Carnegie Hall recital debut on January 17, it's a crucial time, both for Avital and for the instrument whose legacy he is trying to revitalize. -
Andrés Orozco-Estrada Named Principal Guest Conductor of the London Philharmonic Orchestra
Andrés Orozco-Estrada was just named principal guest conductor of the London Philharmonic Orchestra, effective September 2015.
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