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Norman Carol, Violinist in Historic Concert in China, Is Dead at 95

The concertmaster and first-chair violinist with the Philadelphia Orchestra for decades, he took part in a diplomatic breakthrough in 1973 with concerts in Mao Zedong’s Beijing.

By Alex Williams

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Philadelphia Orchestra’s Home to Be Renamed Marian Anderson Hall

Because of a $25 million gift, the venue, Verizon Hall, will be renamed to honor Anderson, a pioneering Black opera singer.

By Javier C. Hernandez

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Ahead of APEC Summit, Musicians from Philadelphia Orchestra Tour China

The visit, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the orchestra’s pathbreaking 1973 visit to Beijing, drew praise from President Biden and President Xi Jinping of China.

By Javier C. Hernandez

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Philadelphia Orchestra and Musicians Reach Contract Deal

The agreement, which includes salary increases of nearly 16 percent over three years, ends months of tense negotiations.

By Javier C. Hernandez

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