An Orchestra’s ‘Ode to Joy’ Calls for Ukrainian Freedom
As war in Ukraine continues, so does the Ukrainian Freedom Orchestra, with a version of Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony tailored to the moment.
Posted inClassical Music Content Type: Personal Profile Louisville (Ky) Louisville Orchestra Thomas, Michael Tilson Wang, Yuja (1987- )
In Kentucky, a Maestro of the People
Teddy Abrams, the 36-year-old music director of the Louisville Orchestra, has embedded himself in his community, breaking the mold of modern conductors.
Posted inClassical Music Gardiner, John Eliot Les Troyens (Opera) Monteverdi Choir Orchestre Revolutionnaire et Romantique Thomas, William
Maestro Accused of Striking Singer at Performance Apologizes
John Eliot Gardiner expressed regret after he was accused of lashing out at a singer after a concert in France, and he withdrew from the rest of a planned tour.
Posted inClassical Music France Gardiner, John Eliot Les Troyens (Opera) Monteverdi Choir Opera Orchestre Revolutionnaire et Romantique
John Eliot Gardiner, Famed Conductor, Accused of Hitting Singer
John Eliot Gardiner was accused of lashing out backstage at a singer who had headed the wrong way off a podium during a performance of Berlioz’s opera “Les Troyens.”