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Can Chad Smith Make the Boston Symphony Innovative Again?

Chad Smith, the orchestra’s new chief executive, hopes to return the storied ensemble to its groundbreaking roots while moving it forward.

By Joshua Barone

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Discord at the Symphony: Losing a Star, San Francisco Weighs Its Future

The struggles of one of the nation’s finest orchestras show the difficulties facing classical music in the United States.

By Robin Pogrebin and Javier C. Hernandez

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Toyota Chairman’s Investor Support Tumbles

Just 71.9 percent of shareholders supported Akio Toyoda, who has faced scrutiny from investor groups over governance issues, in his bid to remain chairman.

By River Akira Davis

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The Washington Post Delves Into a Difficult Story: Itself

The newspaper has been reeling from successive revelations about Robert Winnett, its incoming editor, and Will Lewis, its chief executive.

By Benjamin Mullin and Katie Robertson