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Heather Cox Richardson Enters the History of ‘Lincoln Portrait’

Cox Richardson, the historian behind the newsletter Letters From an American, discusses preparing for the narrator role in Aaron Copland’s piece.

‘Tosca’ Is the Boston Symphony’s Andris Nelsons at His Best

Andris Nelsons led a concert performance of Puccini’s opera at Tanglewood. It was a high point of the season.

Boston Pops’ Keith Lockhart Has the Ear of the Red Sox and Classical Fans

Keith Lockhart, who leads the Boston Pops, is a beloved figure in his city’s musical scene, and 30 years in he still has more to…

Michael Tilson Thomas Is Prolifically Himself on Disc

As Thomas turns 80, new collections of his recordings reveal the legacy of a maestro who has exuberantly refused to conform to expectations.

Yo-Yo Ma and Kathryn Stott Wrap Up a Partnership With Thanks

After 40 years of musical collaborations, this cellist and pianist have recorded their final album together, “Merci.”

For Robert Treviño, Classical Music Was Never Elitist

Robert Treviño, who has drawn acclaim for recent recordings, learned music in public school and wants to break down barriers for others.

Maurizio Pollini’s Final Recording, Made With His Son

Maurizio Pollini didn’t think his farewell on disc would be an album of music by Schubert with his son, Daniele. Now, it serves as an…

At 200, Bruckner Is More Popular Than Ever. Why?

Seven conductors share what it’s like to lead Anton Bruckner’s monumental symphonies, and why they resonate today.

Serge Koussevitzky Bent Music History to His Will

Serge Koussevitzky, a prolific commissioner born 150 years ago, made his mark not only on the Boston Symphony Orchestra, but also on American music.

Tanglewood Opens for the Summer, With Change in the Air

The Boston Symphony Orchestra gave its first concerts of the Tanglewood season, which is already showing signs of its new leader’s ambitions.