How the Cleveland Orchestra Stays at the Top of Classical Music

Our critic tracked one concert, from its first rehearsals to its first performance. Practice is only part of what makes this ensemble excellent.
Columbus Dispatch

Sarasota Orchestra prepares for new era with music director’s first season

Sarasota Orchestra audiences will have ample opportunity to get to know new music director Giancarlo Guerrero in his first season as he leads eight concerts in different formats. For the last six ...
Colorado Public Radio

An orchestra producing music for children — the only one of its kind, it says — is readying to present its first original work

A Colorado orchestra dedicated to providing interactive programs for children is premiering its first completely original work. Founded in 1958, Inside the Orchestra began as a group that issued ...
Yahoo

Manchester Orchestra Share Delicate New Song “No Rule”: Stream

The post Manchester Orchestra Share Delicate New Song “No Rule”: Stream appeared first on Consequence. Manchester Orchestra have returned with a new song called “No Rule.” Listen to the track below.
WUNC

The Palast Orchester performs 1920s German jazz music once banned by the Nazis

In the 1920s and 30s, jazz was taking off in the United States and much of Europe, including Germany. Classical composers even began to meld jazz styles into their music. (SOUNDBITE OF WOLFGANG ...