

Javier C. Hernandez
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Patrick Summers, Veteran Opera Conductor, to Step Down in Houston
Summers, who has helped introduce new operas into the American canon, will leave his role at Houston Grand Opera in 2026.

The $550 Million Question: How Does David Geffen Hall Sound?
The New York Philharmonic’s home underwent an extensive renovation that was finished two years ago. But that was only the beginning of the quest for...

National Symphony Orchestra Players Go on Strike, Canceling Gala
The Washington-based group’s first work stoppage in 46 years came after management and musicians failed to reach a salary agreement.

She Found a Home in Music. Now She’s the Composer for the King.
Errollyn Wallen, a Belize-born artist who has been named master of music by King Charles, discusses music as an escape, confronting racism and living by...

New York Philharmonic Players Reach Deal Raising Base Pay to $205,000
Under a new labor agreement, expected to be ratified Friday, the musicians will get a 30 percent raise over three years, making them among the...

New York Philharmonic Opens Its Season Amid Labor Talks and Troubles
The orchestra is working to negotiate a new contract with musicians, resolve a misconduct inquiry and hire a new chief executive.

A Soprano Who Despises Encores Interrupts Her Co-Star’s
Angela Gheorghiu drew criticism after she stormed onstage to stop a tenor’s encore during a performance of “Tosca” in Seoul.

Juilliard Receives $20 Million to Unite Disciplines and Support Jazz
The donations, from John and Jody Arnhold, will expand creative work across disciplines, help pay for an annual fall festival and support the jazz program.

They Said Her Music Was Too Exotic. Now She’s a Classical Star.
Gabriela Ortiz, Carnegie Hall’s composer in residence this season, has spent her career channeling the sounds and sensibilities of Latin America.

Facing Criticism After Striking Singer, a Maestro Forms New Ensembles
John Eliot Gardiner, who hit a singer during a tour in France last year, said he was starting a new choir and orchestra.