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Marin Alsop Leads a Celebration of Gaudi in Barcelona

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On June 10, 2026, Barcelona will celebrate the centennial of visionary Catalonian architect Antoni Gaudí’s passing, with the world premiere of Boston-based Catalan composer Olivia Pérez-Collellmir’s “Seven Dreams of Gaudí” at the Palau de la Música Catalana. The symphonic choral work will feature a libretto by award-winning Catalonian poet Anna Gual and will bring together 200 musicians from the Philharmonia Orchestra {…}

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Philharmonia Orchestra to Present ‘The Battle of the Sexes: Marin Alsop Conducts Balls’

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(Photo credit: Chris Christodoulou) Marin Alsop will lead the Philharmonia Orchestra in the UK premiere and world premiere performance of Karpman and Gail Collins’ “Balls” with a full orchestra. Mezzo-soprano Nikola Printz takes on the role of Billie Jean King with tenor Nicky Spence as Bobby Riggs. Lotte Betts Dean, Eve Pearson Maxwell, Oliver Barker, and Mia Serracino-Inglott are among {…}

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PENTATONE Announces Partnership with Marin Alsop

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PENTATONE has announced a partnership with Marin Alsop, one of the foremost conductors of our time and a powerful and inspiring voice. Among the recording plans that will form part of this new partnership are extensive symphonic surveys of Mahler and Shostakovich. Alsop will become the first woman conductor ever to record these surveys. In a statement, Alsop said, “I’m {…}

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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 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, {…}