Leon Botstein to Step Down from Bard College Following Independent Review Into Ties with Jeffrey Epstein

Leon Botstein has announced he is stepping down from the helm of Bard College. The news comes after Bard College did an independent review regarding the conductor and teacher’s contacts with Jeffrey Epstein. According to the Guardian the review found that “the college president’s frequent interactions with the convicted sex offender ‘could have alerted’ him to the possibility that he {…}

Bard College Opens Up Investigation into Leon Botstein and Epstein’s Ties

Bard College has opened up an investigation into Leon Botstein’s ties to Epstein. The Guardian is reporting that the college’s board of trustees retained the outside law firm of WilmerHale to conduct an independent investigation of the “full scope of these communications,” financial contributions connected to Epstein, and any related matters. The board also noted that once the investigation was {…}

Leon Botstein Was in Contact With Epstein After Accusations Resurfaced; Emails Show Epstein Was Opera Aficionado

Newly reviewed emails from the Jeffrey Epstein Files are indicating that Leon Botstein was aware of previous allegations against Epstein. According to an email uncovered by the Times Union on Jan. 4, 2015, Botstein offered Epstein words of condolences a day after The Guardian published a story about Epstein’s ties to then-Prince Andrew. The email read, “When I sent you {…}

Strauss & C.P.E. Bach Showcases Headline American Symphony Orchestra’s 2024-25 Season

The American Symphony Orchestra has announced its 2024-25 season. Here is a breakdown of the vocal performances on offer. Leon Botstein conducts music by C.P.E. Bach, including the U.S. premiere of “Die Auferstehung und Himmelfahrt Jesu,” H. 777. The program features the Bard Festival Chorale. Soloists include Leah Wool, Mei Gui Zhang, Terrence Chin-Loy, and Troy Cook. Performance Date: Jan. 24, {…}