(Photo credit: Lilewei) The Ford’s Theatre Society has named Grammy Award–winning conductor Leonard Slatkin as a Lincoln Medal recipient. At its annual gala performance, the Ford’s Theatre Society will present the Lincoln Medal to Slatkin honoring his body of work, accomplishments, and enduring legacy and strength of character embodied by President Abraham Lincoln. Gary Sinise, an Emmy, Golden Globe and {…}
Nashville Symphony Orchestra has appointed Leonard Slatkin as its Music Director. Slatkin will assume his position for three years through the 2028-29 season and will begin his tenure at the beginning of the 2026-27 season. Slatkin was previously the orchestra’s Music Advisor from 2006 to 2009. As Music Director, Slatkin will provide artistic leadership and help establish the framework for {…}
The Nashville Symphony has announced that Leonard Slatkin will return to serve as Music Advisor for the next three years. Slatkin will assume the role following the conclusion of Music Director Giancarlo Guerrero’s 16-year tenure and will lead the orchestra through a pivotal period that includes the 20th anniversary of Schermerhorn Symphony Center. Slatkin previously served as Music Advisor from 2006 to {…}
(Photo credit: Andrew Eccles) The Chorus America Conference will head to St. Louis this year. The event will take place from June 5-7, 2025. The Conference will open with “Music and the Mind,” led by Renée Fleming. Additionally, there will be performances by such organizations as The Bach Society of Saint Louis, St. Louis Women’s Chorale, Continuum Vocal Ensemble, The {…}
Jeri Crawford, Chair of the Board of Directors of the Las Vegas Philharmonic has announced that Leonard Slatkin will serve as Artistic Consultant to the orchestra. Slatkin will begin in his new position during the 2024-2025 season. In a statement Crawford said, “We are beyond thrilled to welcome the artistry and expertise of Leonard Slatkin. This relationship takes the Las {…}
The Detriot Symphony Orchestra’s “Turandot” has announced two cast changes for its June 2018 performances. First, Jader Bignamini will conduct the performance, stepping in for Leonard Slatkin, who was forced to withdraw from the final three programs of the season to undergo heart surgery. As a result, maestro Slatkin needs three months to fully recover and return to conducting. Additionally, Bass Morris {…}
Leonard Slatkin will celebrate his 10th anniversary with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra in grand form. While the season will include some of the most important classical musicians in the industry, the year will conclude with Puccini’s “Turandot.” On June 8 and 10, Slatkin will conduct Puccini’s final opera in partnership with Michigan Opera Theatre. The opera will star Othalie Graham {…}