MET Orchestra Spotlight Series Season to Conclude High Above NYC

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(Photo: Related Oxford) In his January 12, 2021, State of the State Address, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo outlined a plan for resuscitating the arts within the State and New York City. Nearly six months to the day, on June 13 at 3:00 p.m. EDT, the MET Orchestra Musicians will present the finale of their Spotlight Series of concerts, “At {…}

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Obituary: Conductor James Levine Dies at 77

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Conductor James Levine died on March 9, 2021 at the age of 77 in Palm Springs, California. The death was confirmed by his physician Dr. Len Horovitz and according to Riverside County’s Department of Public Health the cause of James Levine’s death was cardiopulmonary arrest, with Parkinson’s disease as a contributing factor. The maestro was best known for the four {…}

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Marquee TV To Offer Streaming Services with Launch of ‘Access Digital’ Program

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Marquee TV has announced the launch of the Access Digital program, meant to provide flexible streaming options for arts organizations. The company will work with partners to deliver a package tailored to their individual needs and goals, such as live streaming, pay-per-view events, digital seasons, and pre-recorded content that can be hosted on or off Marquee TV’s platform. Access Digital {…}

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A Master at 100: A Celebration of the Legendary Career of Julius Rudel

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Julius Rudel was one of the trailblazing leaders of opera and classical music in the twentieth century. Born on March 6, 1921 in Vienna, this year marks the 100th anniversary of the conductor’s birth. “I had the opportunity to know him up close and personal,” explained Tony Rudel, the maestro’s son. “His happiest moments were working with music and spending {…}

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Bass-Baritone Kevin Short Appointed to Juilliard Voice Faculty

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The Juilliard School has announced that bass-baritone and alumnus Kevin Short will join its voice faculty, beginning this fall. In a statement, the Juilliard School noted, “We’re excited to welcome bass-baritone and Juilliard alum Kevin Short to the Juilliard voice faculty beginning in the fall!” A graduate of the ‘89 voice and opera program at Juilliard, Short has performed with {…}

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Allan R. Scott & Valerian Ruminski Joins Athlone Artists

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Conductor Allan R. Scott and bass Valerian Ruminski have joined the roster of Athlone Artists. Scott is the Music Director of the Helena Symphony Orchestra & Chorale in Montana, a position he has held for 18 years. He also recently debuted with Marble City Opera in a production “Suo Angelica” and has appeared with such wide-ranging organizations as The Tanglewood {…}

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Q & A: MET Orchestra Members Barbara Jöstlein Currie & Julia Bruskin on the Orchestra’s Spotlight Series & the Current State of Organization

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The MET Orchestra, one of the greatest in the world, is in jeopardy. Read that again. The MET Orchestra, one of the greatest in the world, is in jeopardy. That’s not just an opinion. As reported in multiple news outlets, including this one, none other than the iconic conductor, Maestro Riccardo Muti, unequivocally stated just that. In his letter dated {…}

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Composer Profile: Victoria Bond, Legendary American Composer & Conductor

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American conductor and composer Victoria Bond is one of the most popular artists of opera and classical music today. Over a long career that has included conducting stints around the world and dozens of original compositions, Bond is also notable for her distinction as the first woman to receive a doctorate in orchestral conducting from the Juilliard School. Bond was {…}

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Riccardo Muti Issues Statement Regarding Metropolitan Opera Orchestra

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Riccardo Muti has weighed in on the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra’s situation releasing a statement in support of the orchestra. Muti said, “The closure of the Metropolitan Opera House and the dramatic situation of its wonderful Orchestra embodies a profound grief, not only for the city of New York, but for the entire cultural world. Without music and the musicians who {…}

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MET Orchestra Spotlight Series Season to Conclude High Above NYC

Obituary: Conductor James Levine Dies at 77

Marquee TV To Offer Streaming Services with Launch of ‘Access Digital’ Program

A Master at 100: A Celebration of the Legendary Career of Julius Rudel

Bass-Baritone Kevin Short Appointed to Juilliard Voice Faculty

Allan R. Scott & Valerian Ruminski Joins Athlone Artists

Q & A: MET Orchestra Members Barbara Jöstlein Currie & Julia Bruskin on the Orchestra’s Spotlight Series & the Current State of Organization

Composer Profile: Victoria Bond, Legendary American Composer & Conductor

Riccardo Muti Issues Statement Regarding Metropolitan Opera Orchestra