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Yo-Yo Ma Makes His Encore a Call for Peace, With a Nod to Casals

The celebrated cellist capped a concert with the New York Philharmonic with a work that Pablo Casals often played to protest war and oppression.

By Javier C. Hernandez

On his first visit to the city since being named the New York Philharmonic’s next music director, he eagerly played the role of celebrity conductor.

By Javier C. Hernandez

Dudamel, a charismatic 42-year-old conductor, will take up the Philharmonic’s podium in 2026, in a major coup for the orchestra.

By Javier C. Hernandez

Dalia Stasevska returned to the orchestra’s podium with a world premiere and subtly linked works by Tchaikovsky and Sibelius.

By Joshua Barone