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Review: ‘Ainadamar’ Fills the Met Opera Stage With Flamenco

Osvaldo Golijov and David Henry Hwang’s opera, inspired by the life of Federico García Lorca, arrived at the Met with a dizzying blend of styles.

The Violinist María Dueñas Makes a Carnegie Hall Debut

The violinist Maria Dueñas has something to say, and the skill to say it brilliantly. She makes her solo recital debut at Carnegie Hall this...

Gustavo Dudamel Visits New York With Promise, and a Warning

The superstar conductor will take over the New York Philharmonic in 2026. Is his tour with the Los Angeles Philharmonic a preview?

What Belongs to Opera? Garth Greenwell’s Novel of Desire

Greenwell’s “What Belongs to You” reaches the opera stage with a team that includes the composer David T. Little and the director Mark Morris.

What Belongs to Opera? Garth Greenwell’s Novel of Desire

Greenwell’s “What Belongs to You” reaches the opera stage with a team that includes the composer David T. Little and the director Mark Morris.

The Creators of ‘Grounded’ Discuss Writing for the Met Opera

Jeanine Tesori and George Brant discuss the first time they heard “Grounded,” and how they instantly knew what they would change for the Met.

What if Orchestras Were More Like Netflix?

As subscriptions face an uncertain future, classical music could look to the membership models of streaming services and gyms for inspiration.

5 Breakout Artists at the Salzburg Festival

The Salzburg Festival is synonymous with excellence and fame. But it’s also a place where artists on the cusp of stardom can shine.

5 Breakout Artists at the Salzburg Festival

The Salzburg Festival is synonymous with excellence and fame. But it’s also a place where artists on the cusp of stardom can shine.

One of Classical Music’s Great Builders Prepares for the Next Step

Over 25 years, through crises and a changing world, Michael Haefliger has made the Lucerne Festival in Switzerland as we know it.