Yannick Nézet-Séguin to Lead Full Mahler Cycle at Carnegie Hall

Conductor Yannick Nézet-Séguin is set to return to Carnegie Hall for an ambitious cycle of Mahler’s nine completed symphonies. Mahler’s symphonies have been a recurring presence throughout Nézet-Séguin’s career, which has included acclaimed interpretations with leading orchestras in Europe and North America. With eight performances at Carnegie Hall and three at the Metropolitan Opera, this cycle represents a landmark undertaking, {…}

The Philadelphia Orchestra Appoints Sara Aldana as Assistant Conductor

The Philadelphia Orchestra and Music and Artistic Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin have announced the appointment of Sara Aldana as the Orchestra’s new assistant conductor, effective Sept. 1, 2026, through the 2026–27 season. Originally from Colombia and student of Philadelphia Orchestra Principal Guest Conductor Marin Alsop, Aldana will provide assistance to Nézet-Séguin and other guest conductors throughout the season. Additionally, she will {…}

Leah Hawkins, Elza van den Heever, J’Nai Bridges, Will Liverman, Soloman Howard Lead Philadelphia Orchestra’s 2026-27 Season

(Photo credits: Acosta, Brown, Simpson, Adjahoe) Philadelphia Orchestra announces its 2026-27 season. This article only features vocal concerts.  Opening night features soloists Leah Hawkins, J’Nai Bridges, Issachah Savage, and Ryan Speedo Green in Beethoven “Symphony” No. 9. They are joined by the Philadelphia Symphonic Choir led by Joe Miller. The U.S. premiere of Hisaishi’s “Orbis” is also slated. Yannick Nézet-Séguin {…}

Joyce DiDonato, Ying Fang & Yannick Nézet-Séguin Hightlight Philadelphia Orchestra’s 2025-26 Season

The Philadephia Orchestra has announced its 2025-26 season. Here is a look at the vocal highlights of the season. Yannick Nézet-Séguin Conducts Handel’s Messiah with the Philadelphia Symphonic Choir. Performance Dates: Dec. 12-14, 2025 Dalia Stasevska conducts Mahler’s Symphony No. 4 with Joélle Harvey. The concert also includes violinist Augustin Hadelich and such pieces as Adams’ “Short Ride in a Fast {…}

Joyce DiDonato, Leah Hawkins, Joshua Hopkins & Nina Stemme Lead Philadelphia Orchestra’s 2024-25 Season

The Philadelphia Orchestra has announced its 2024-25 Season. Here is a look at the vocal performances for the season. Yannick Nézet-Séguin conducts perform Mahler’s Symphony No. 3 with Joyce DiDonato as the featured soloist. Performance Dates: Oct. 3-5, 2024 Riccardo Muti conducts Verdi’s Requiem with soloists Juliana Grigoryan, Isabel De Paoli, Giovanni Sala, and Maharram Huseynov. Performance Dates: Oct. 24-26, {…}