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Review: The New York Philharmonic’s ‘St. Matthew Passion’ Is a Surprising Achievement

Jaap van Zweden is not known for Bach. But the “St. Matthew Passion” made for one of his finest New York Philharmonic concerts this season.

By Joshua Barone

Jaap van Zweden’s final season as the New York Philharmonic’s music director will feature belated debuts and premieres, and a grand farewell.

By The New York Times

Since the orchestra’s music director was last on the podium in November, his successor has been announced. He came back blaring with Messiaen.

By Zachary Woolfe

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