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PLes Talens Lyriques 18th Traetta Prize 2026

The French orchestra and musical organization Les Talens Lyriques has been awarded the 18th Traetta Prize 2026, “in recognition of their consistent, profound, and outstanding professionalism in the recovery, interpretation, and dissemination of the European musical heritage of the eighteenth century.” The Traetta … Continue reading

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New opera explores Elie Wiesel’s legacy, 10 years after his death

Music of Remembrance PremieresThe Dialogue of Memoriesin Three-City U.S. Tour Seattle • May 17San Francisco • May 20Chicago • May 23-24 Music of Remembrance (MOR) presents the world premiere of The Dialogue of Memories, a new opera by composer Tom Cipullo and acclaimed Chicago Tribune journalist Howard … Continue reading

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Dance4Dance 2026 Honoring Dr. Daniel Lewis Presented by Dante Puleio

Mark DeGarmo Dance’s DANCE FOR DANCE (D4D) FOR SOCIAL CHANGE 2026 honors internationally recognized performer, teacher, choreographer and author, Dr. Daniel Lewis, with its “Educational Visionary” Lifetime Achievement Award 2026 presented by Dante Puleio, Artistic Director of the José Limón … Continue reading

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A HOLIDAY TREAT: “THE  NUTCRACKER AND MARIE”

A new, reimagined Nutcracker for audiences of all ages. Performances December 20-24 in venues in New York and New Jersey Saturday, December 20 at 7:30 PM Sunday, December 21 at 2 PM & 4:30 PM Wednesday, December 24 at 11:00 … Continue reading

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English musicologist and entrepreneur Paul Atkin has been named the winner of the 17th Traetta Prize 2025

The English musicologist and entrepreneur Paul Atkin has been named the winner of the 17th Traetta Prize 2025 “in recognition of his extraordinary passion and dedication in bringing to life a visionary project that unites history, culture, and music.” The Traetta Prize is awarded by … Continue reading

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First commercial recording of Julia Perry’s Piano Concerto

Chicago, IL – February 3, 2025 – Acclaimed for her scholarly storytelling and world-premiere recordings of Black Renaissance repertoire by Florence Price and Margaret Bonds, musicologist-pianist Samantha Ege has been dubbed “our trusted guide through lesser-known piano works both dynamic and beautiful” by BBC … Continue reading

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“Black Voices” at St. Mark’s Church, Feb. 2, directed by Alan Aurelia

Sunday February 2, 3 PM St. Mark’s Church, 131 East 10th Street (at 2nd Avenue) Suggested contribution: $20  For reservations: 212.674.6377   Maestro Alan Aurelia and Tribecarts present “Black Voices,” with a cast of superb black artists focusing on the music of … Continue reading

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Bronx Opera presents Humperdinck’s Hansel & Gretel

THE BRONX OPERA presents Engelbert Humperdinck’s  HANSEL AND GRETEL Performed in English (Two Performances) Friday January 31 at 7:30 pm and Sunday February 2 at 2:30 pm Lovinger Theatre/Lehman College, 250 Bedford Park Blvd. West, The Bronx Reservations: http://www.our.show/BxOHanselAndGretel     The … Continue reading

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Magloire’s New Chamber Ballet in World Premiere, Nov. 22 & 2

MIRO  MAGLOIRE’S  NEW  CHAMBER  BALLET  CELEBRATES  20TH  ANNIVERSARY  SEASON with the WORLD PREMIERE of ‘STARGAZING,’ to a commissioned score by CHRISTIAN-FREDERIC BLOQUERT Friday & Saturday, November 22 & 23 at 7:30 PM Mark Morris Dance Center, 3 Lafayette Avenue, Brooklyn NY … Continue reading

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Concert by Nippo-Americana pianist Kiana Reid for the Concert Season of Mema-Trapani Classica

On Wednesday 30 October at 6.30 p.m., the concert of Kiana Reid, winner of the second prize at the “Domenico Scarlatti” International Piano Competition, was held in Trapani, in the Church of Sant’Alberto in via Garibaldi. The Japanese-American musician performed … Continue reading

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