Edward Gardner Apologizes for ‘Mafia’ Comments Regarding Teatro San Carlo’s Chorus

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Edward Gardner is apologizing for comments made regarding the Teatro Carlo’s chorus. The English conductor said, “I wish to offer my most sincere apologies to the Artists of the Chorus of the Teatro di San Carlo in Naples for my recent statements. I have deep respect and sincere esteem for the Chorus and for each of its members.” He added, {…}

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London Philharmonic Extends Contract with Edward Gardner

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The London Philharmonic Orchestra has announced that Chief Conductor Edward Gardner has extended his contract with the orchestra for two years. In a statement Gardner said, “My relationship with the incredible musicians within the Orchestra is a very special one, growing with each project, and I feel so privileged to be able to tap into their huge passion and commitment, {…}

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Edward Gardner to Become Honorary Conductor of Bergen Philharmonic

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Edward Gardner has been named the honorary Conductor of the Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra after departing from his position as chief conductor. He has held the position for nine years in the position, with two additional years as Principal Guest Conductor from 2013. Gardner has led the orchestra in more than 200 concerts, as well as on a series of international {…}

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Bryn Terfel, Jamie Barton & Edward Gardner Lead London Philharmonic’s 2020-21 Season

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The London Philharmonic has announced its 2020-21 season featuring a number of important soloists around the world. For this article we will highlight the vocal performances. The season opens with a program entitled Fantastic Symphony with Edward Gardner leading a program of works by Tchaikovsky, Lutosławski, and Berlioz. Gerald Finley will be the featured soloist. Performance Date: Sept. 23, 2020 Edward {…}

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Edward Garner Is the London Philharmonic Orchestra’s Principal Conductor

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(Credit: Benjamin Ealovega) Edward Gardner has been named the Principal Conductor of the London Philharmonic Orchestra. He has been signed to a five-year contract that will see him collaborate with the organization for at least 10 weeks per year. He will take on this position at the start of the 2021-22 season. “I’m thrilled to have been appointed Principal Conductor {…}

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Lise Davidsen, Aigul Akhmetshina, Jeanine de Bique, Sandrine Piau, Michael Chance, Julie Roset, Andrea Bocelli Lead New CD/DVD Releases

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Welcome back as we explore the latest CD and DVD releases from around the opera world. This week audiences get to hear a Verdi album from a leading soprano as well as a “Carmen” from one of the great interpreters of today. There is also a re-release by one of the foremost popera tenors of our time. Bizet: Carmen Aigul {…}

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Beijing Music Festival Announces 2026 Edition

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The Beijing Music Festival (BMF) has announced the programming for it 29th edition, taking place Oct. 9–20, 2026. This year’s festival will be themed “Beijing Cappella,” bringing together internationally renowned orchestras, conductors and soloists alongside leading Chinese artists and emerging musicians. In a statement, Shuang Zou, Artistic Director of the Beijing Music Festival said, “The idea of ‘Beijing Cappella’ reflects both the {…}

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Decca Announces Lise Davidsen’s ‘Verdi’ Album

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Decca Classics has announced the release of Lise Davidsen’s new album “Verdi.” The album will be released on Sept. 11 and will feature the soprano alongside Edward Gardner and the London Philharmonic Orchestra. The album will feature excerpts from “Macbeth,” “Un ballo in maschera,” “La forza del destino,” “Don Carlo” and “Aida.” The album arrives one week before she opens the {…}

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Norwegian National Opera Announces Landmark Ring Cycle

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The Norwegian National Opera & Ballet will present Richard Wagner’s “Der Ring des Nibelungen” for the first time at the Oslo Opera House. The aim is for the tetralogy to unfold across three seasons between 2027 and 2029 in a new production under the direction of Tatjana Gürbaca. Conductor Edward Gardner, in his first ever complete performance of the four-opera {…}

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Edward Gardner Apologizes for ‘Mafia’ Comments Regarding Teatro San Carlo’s Chorus

London Philharmonic Extends Contract with Edward Gardner

Edward Gardner to Become Honorary Conductor of Bergen Philharmonic

Bryn Terfel, Jamie Barton & Edward Gardner Lead London Philharmonic’s 2020-21 Season

Edward Garner Is the London Philharmonic Orchestra’s Principal Conductor

Lise Davidsen, Aigul Akhmetshina, Jeanine de Bique, Sandrine Piau, Michael Chance, Julie Roset, Andrea Bocelli Lead New CD/DVD Releases

Beijing Music Festival Announces 2026 Edition

Decca Announces Lise Davidsen’s ‘Verdi’ Album

Norwegian National Opera Announces Landmark Ring Cycle