Marin Alsop Named Honorary Conductor of ORF Radio-Symphonieorchester Wien

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Marin Alsop has been named Honorary Conductor of the ORF Radio-Symphonieorchester Wien for her commitment to the orchestra during her six-year tenure as Chief Conductor. Under Marin’s direction, the orchestra made its first appearance at the BBC Proms at the Royal Albert Hall in London in 2022, as well as tours to Spain, France, and Japan. They also recorded a {…}

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Prague Summer Nights Announces Marin Alsop as Distinguished Guest Conductor for 2025

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Marin Alsop will be honored as the distinguished guest conductor for Prague Summer Night’s 10th anniversary in 2025. Per an official press release, the world-renowned conductor will participate in the PSN Apprentice Conducting Program, leading the orchestra in performances of Dvorak’s Symphony No. 9 at Burgher’s Hall in Plzen. Prague Summer Nights will take place at The Festsaal (Haus der {…}

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Marin Alsop Joins Askonas Holt for Management

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(Credit: Askonas Holt) Marin Alsop has joined Askonas Holt for management in Europe, Asia, and Australasia. Alsop will be managed at Askonas Holt by Jo Fry and Dora Michael in collaboration with Tom Cunningham as General Manager at Opus 3 Artists. Alsop is one of the greatest conductors of her generation and is the first woman to head major orchestras {…}

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Marin Alsop Named Principal Guest Conductor of Philadelphia Orchestra

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Marin Alsop has been appointed as Principal Guest Conductor of The Philadelphia Orchestra for a three-year term beginning in the 2024–25 season. Alsop will lead the orchestra in multiple subscription concerts, special events, annual summer residencies, and national and international tours, starting with a tour of China in 2024. In a statement, Alsop said, “Working with the incredible musicians of {…}

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Marin Alsop to Lead ‘Festival of Voices’ with Choral Arts Society of Washington

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(Credit: Grant Leighton) The Choral Arts Society of Washington is set to present “Festival of Voices” on Nov. 8, 2023. The showcase, which will honor the work of such composers as Walton and Roxana Panufnik will be presented in collaboration with the British Embassy Washington. “We are absolutely thrilled to partner with the British Embassy Washington and present this celebration {…}

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Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra Names Marin Alsop New Artistic & Chief Conductor

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The Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra (NOSPR) has named Marin Alsop as its new Artistic Director and Chief Conductor. She will will assume the directorship during the 2023-24 season and will work closely with NOSPR’s General and Programme Director, Ewa Bogusz-Moore, to shape the Orchestra’s program and enhance its national and international reputation. During the first season of her tenure, {…}

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Marin Alsop Calls Award-Winning Film ‘Tár’ Offensive

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Marin Alsop is taking aim at the Golden Globe-nominated film “Tár” in a new interview with Time U.K. The conductor told the British news source, “I was offended: I was offended as a woman, I was offended as a conductor, I was offended as a lesbian.” Alsop noted that a lot of the movie had parallels with her life but {…}

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Marin Alsop Named 2022 Harman/Eisner Artist in Residence at Aspen Institute

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The Aspen Institute Arts Program has announced that Marin Alsop will serve as its 2021-22 Harman/Eisner Artist in Residence. In the role, Alsop will participate in programming and additional activities in Aspen, New York, Washington DC, and elsewhere. In a statement, she said, “I am thrilled and honored to have this year-long opportunity to join thought leaders to discuss issues {…}

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Marin Alsop, Leonardo Capalbo, Anne Sofie von Otter, & Julie Fuchs Lead New CD/DVD Releases

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Audiences are in for several comedies this week as well as rarely performed works. New releases also include star-studded casts as well as rising stars. Here is a look at what to stream or watch this week! Candide The LSO releases a new recording of Bernstein’s iconic work conducted by Marin Alsop. The new version was captured during celebratory concerts {…}

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Marin Alsop Named Honorary Conductor of ORF Radio-Symphonieorchester Wien

Prague Summer Nights Announces Marin Alsop as Distinguished Guest Conductor for 2025

Marin Alsop Joins Askonas Holt for Management

Marin Alsop Named Principal Guest Conductor of Philadelphia Orchestra

Marin Alsop to Lead ‘Festival of Voices’ with Choral Arts Society of Washington

Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra Names Marin Alsop New Artistic & Chief Conductor

Marin Alsop Calls Award-Winning Film ‘Tár’ Offensive

Marin Alsop Named 2022 Harman/Eisner Artist in Residence at Aspen Institute

Marin Alsop, Leonardo Capalbo, Anne Sofie von Otter, & Julie Fuchs Lead New CD/DVD Releases