For centuries, female composers were thought to avoid the symphonic form. Not so. Here are some of the best symphonies by female composers ...

The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra unveiled its 26/27 classical season under the collaborative artistic leadership of Music ...

A creative and very personal album from this month’s cover artist, ranging from re-thought Vaughan Williams to a beautifully realised folk music collaboration. There’s a lovely sense of an individual ...

The West Texas Symphony kicks off 2026 performances with their concert titled “Double Trouble.” This event highlighting works ...

What are the best ever uses of classical music in film? From heartbreaking love stories to apocalyptic visions, we select our top 12 ...

Alums of Venezuela’s El Sistema program perform everywhere from the Berlin Philharmonic to our own Chicago Symphony. But the program faces uncertainty due to flashpoints with the United States and ...

As we continue to struggle through the winter months, music becomes a solace as well as a pleasure. This year, there are ...

"Iris Unveiled," performed by the Seattle Symphony Thursday, with remaining concerts Saturday and Sunday, features a sonic ...

From Nazi collaboration to closed ranks and uneasy reforms, the Vienna Philharmonic has long resisted scrutiny ...

Celebrating its 130th anniversary, the Oregon Symphony revealed its 2026/27 season, offering audiences a lineup that blends ...

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Responding to an article by James Murphy, Chris Scarlett writes that her amateur orchestra provides a great collective experience It’s wonderful to read such a robust defence of classical music ...