Music – MOSAEC

David Thomas, Leader of the Band Pere Ubu, Dies at 71

As a singer and songwriter, he pushed the boundaries of punk and art-rock, producing a half century of music, writings and performances and always upending expectations.

By Jon Pareles

Boston Symphony Orchestra Carnegie Hall Classical Music Ma, Yo-Yo Nelsons, Andris Shostakovich, Dmitri Uchida, Mitsuko

Shostakovich, Boston Symphony Style

Over two nights at Carnegie Hall, Andris Nelsons and the orchestra reveled in the composer’s sonic riches but played with emotional reserve.

By Corinna da Fonseca-Wollheim

Folk Music Goblin Band London (England) Music Shovel Dance Collective

U.K. Folk Bands Use Centuries-Old Ditties to Discuss Prison Abolition, Trans Rights and the Gig Economy

Several rising British bands are using centuries-old ditties to discuss hot-button issues like prison abolition, trans rights and the gig economy.

By Alex Marshall

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The Best Artist Residencies to Escape and Focus on Creating

Yaddo may not be in the cards, but from a chateau near Paris to a California desert cabin, here are programs that foster writing, music and artistic talent and can be booked for days or weeks.

By Emily Goligoski