Category: Music

Sphinx Was Ahead of the Curve on Diversity in Classical Music

The New York Times – Music:
The Sphinx Organization, led by Afa Dworkin, is celebrating 25 years of pressing the field for more diversity in repertory and rosters.
I’m That Girl

The New York Times – Music:
Beyoncé’s latest album, “Renaissance,” showcases a pop star letting go of all expectations.
Americans Will (Probably) Be Able to Vote in Eurovision Next Year

The New York Times – Music:
For the first time, people in nonparticipating countries will be allowed to vote for their favorite songs. The contest announced changes after it found “voting irregularities” in the 2022 competition.
In a ‘Sea Change,’ Women of the Philharmonic Now Outnumber the Men

The New York Times – Music:
The New York Philharmonic, which was an all-male bastion for most of its 180 years of existence, currently has 45 women and 44 men.
Review: In ‘Difficult Grace,’ a Cellist Moves Beyond Classical Confines

The New York Times – Music:
In his wide-ranging multimedia program at the 92nd Street Y, Seth Parker Woods used different artistic avenues as channels for personal and communal exploration.
In Life and Music, Ned Rorem Was Unwaveringly Himself

The New York Times – Music:
This composer, diarist and reluctant pioneer of gay liberation has died. A critic remembers visiting him in his twilight.
Gauging Our Return to Office and the Subways, One Tip at a Time

The New York Times – Music:
It has been over a year since buskers, and their music, returned underground, and their slightly fuller tip jars and instrument cases suggest things may be looking up.
Robbie Fairchild Celebrates a Different Kind of Opening Night

The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Robbie Fairchild, a Tony-nominated former principal dancer for the New York City Ballet, opens the doors to his floral-arrangement business.
Ukrainian Teenager Who Fled War Will Play at Carnegie Hall

The New York Times – Music:
Dmytro Tishyn, who left his hometown with only a backpack and his father’s bassoon, will be playing with the New York Youth Symphony on Sunday.
Review: A Composer Reconstructs Painful Family Stories

The New York Times – Music:
For the New York premiere of “Travel Guide to Nicaragua,” Michael Gordon sifted through a few mementos and fragments of scant narratives.
Review: Two Debuts Make for a Week of Philharmonic Firsts

The New York Times – Music:
The Philharmonic began to simulcast concerts on the 50-foot media wall in its lobby. Led by Hannu Lintu, they were some of the best this season.
Ticketmaster’s Parent Company Said to Face Justice Department Investigation

The New York Times – Music:
The inquiry predates the botched presale of Taylor Swift tickets this week and is said to focus on whether Live Nation has abused its power in the live music industry.