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New York Philharmonic 2024-25 Review: Also sprach Zarathustra

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On Jan. 7, the New York Philharmonic concluded its four concert performances of Strauss’s “Also sprach Zarathustra.” The concert cycle featured Strauss’s famed tone poem, Berlioz’s Song Cycle “Les nuits d’été” and a 2021 piece by Samy Moussa entitled “Elysium.” The result of the concert was a mismatched evening featuring some very inspired playing. “Elysium” The concert opened with Moussa’s {…}

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New York Philharmonic Announces Jean-Yves Thibaudet & Renée Fleming Concert

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The New York Philharmonic has announced that pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet will join soprano Renée Fleming in a performance on Artist Spotlight. The performance will be held on Feb. 14, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. at the Wu Tsai Theater, David Geffen Hall. The two superstars will perform selections from Fauré’s “Verlaine settings” and Messiaen’s “Poèmes pour Mi.” The concert will also {…}

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New York Philharmonic Announces New CEO & President

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(Credit: Jeff Fusco) The New York Philharmonic has named Matías Tarnopolsky its next President and CEO. He will begin on Jan. 1, 2025. In a statement, Tarnopolsky said, “We will rededicate ourselves to the New York Philharmonic’s contemporary place in the cultural and civic life of New York, for all New Yorkers, to create an inclusive, expansive, and joyful musical {…}

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New York Philharmonic Announces Marie-Josée Kravis Prize Winners

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The New York Philharmonic has announced The Marie-Josée Kravis Prize for New Music. The prize recognizes extraordinary artistic endeavors in the field of new music and this year the award is going to American composers David Lang and Missy Mazzoli. The Kravis Prize includes $200,000 and a commission for a work that the New York Philharmonic will premiere. Lang’s new {…}

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New York Philharmonic Fires Two Musicians Accuses of Sexual Assault Following Internal Investigation

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The New York Philharmonic has fired principal oboist, Liang Wang and associate principal trumpet Matthew Muckey after their union decided not to contest the decision. The orchestra said on Nov. 4 that it issued a notice of non-reengagement to the two effective Sept. 21, 2025. Regarding the Philharmonic’s latest investigation, executive adviser Deborah Borda said, “It found that both gentlemen had {…}

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Gustavo Dudamel Hopes for Joint Projects Between L.A. Philharmonic & New York Philharmonic

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(Photo by Danny Clinch) Gustavo Dudamel hopes to do a joint project between the L.A. Philharmonic and the New York Philharmonic. The conductor told the L.A. Times that as he ends his tenure with the LA Phil and begins his new one in New York, he has proposed “joint projects between the L.A. Phil and the New York Philharmonic, just {…}

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New York Philharmonic Releases 2022 Tax Returns

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The New York Philharmonic has released its 2022 Tax returns, which covers the first season back at David Geffen Hall. The returns noted that the orchestra’s ticket revenue went up to $29.76 million from $11.18 million in the prior fiscal year when the orchestra was forced to present a shorter schedule and performed at several New York venues. The returns {…}

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New York Philharmonic Oboist Liang Wang Sues Vox Media Over New York Magazine Article

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Liang Wang, principal oboe of the New York Philharmonic since 2006, has sued Vox Media, publisher of New York Magazine, and freelance reporter Sammy Sussman for defamation. According to a press release, the oboist is suing due to accusations published in an article published by the magazine’s online “Vulture” section. The suit alleges that the defendants knew or were reckless {…}