Brazilian Union of Composers to Award Medal to Guilherme Arantes in April
Singer and composer Guilherme Arantes will receive the UBC Medal 2026 from the Brazilian Union of Composers on April 7 in São Paulo.
Spring 2026 with the Philharmonia
The Philharmonic Orchestra of Athens has a rich and diverse schedule of activities that highlights the work of Greek composers and its educational and social contributions to modern Greek culture.
JASRAC, Performing Well, Relocates Headquarters: What Does 'A Fresh Start from a Negative History' Mean?
The Japan Society for Rights of Authors, Composers and Publishers (JASRAC) is relocating its headquarters as part of a strategic move to reflect its positive growth and overcome past controversies.
Rediscovered Opera: What a Composer!
The Dortmund Opera, in collaboration with Palazzetto Bru Zane, features a performance of ‘Mazeppa’ by the composer Clémence de Grandval, highlighting the impact of female composers.
Fraunberg Castle: Five Instruments, Five Sound Colors
The concert at Fraunberg Castle will feature the Wind Sound Quintet performing works by various composers.
Where to go for opera and classical music / Celebration of the life anniversaries of Iris Szeghy and Vladimír Godár, monumental works in Košice, Žilina, Banská Bystrica, and Bratislava
The article highlights the contributions of prominent Slovak composers Iris Szeghy and Vladimír Godár to the music scene, celebrating their life anniversaries with performances of their works across major Slovak cities.
Giedrė Lukšaitė-Mrázkova invites you to learn about composers who inspired Beethoven, Mozart, and Schubert
Professor Emerita Giedrė Lukšaitė-Mrázkova discusses the influence of notable Czech composers on classical music and their historical contexts.
The nominees for the Contemporary Music Award 2026 have been announced
The nominees for the Contemporary Music Award 2026 have been announced, featuring ten compositions selected from 67 submissions by 43 composers.
Now everyone can see how good her forgotten songs were
The composer Tekla Griebel Wandall is gaining renewed attention with the release of an album featuring her forgotten songs.
Life Wanted to Take Her Down, But She Insisted on Writing Great Music
Composer Tekla Griebel Wandall is gaining renewed recognition, highlighted by the release of an album featuring her forgotten songs.
The lawyer who pays out of her own pocket for concerts she wants to hear and no one else does in Madrid
A lawyer in Madrid is funding concerts featuring contemporary composers that challenge the traditional focus on historical classical music.
Company offers website to compose music with the help of AI for distribution on streaming services
MuvFlow, launched by Hurst Capital, allows amateur and professional composers to create music using artificial intelligence, raising concerns about copyright issues.
Dora Pejačević: A Subtle but Strong Influence of Female Music Writing
The article explores the influential life and works of Croatian composer Dora Pejačević, highlighting her impact on women in music during the transition from the 19th to the 20th century.
It was nice, decent, and beautiful
The Pulsar music festival provides a glimpse into the world of young composers, featuring an opening concert that embraces beauty over flashy performances.
Thank you! You are making a great festival. I am sure it will be even wilder
The music festival Pulsar showcases young composers, although its opening concert avoided heavier performance trends.
You're making a cool festival. I'm sure it will also get wilder
The Pulsar music festival showcases the world of young composers, offering them a platform to have their work performed by professional orchestras, albeit with a reserved opening concert.
Australian music sees rising support for women composers, but challenges persist
The Festival of Female Composers showcases progress and ongoing challenges in supporting women and gender diverse composers in the Australian classical music scene.
LeNeSOns visits the theater – concert for younger listeners and their families
A concert featuring music from famous works and Latvian composers is set to take place, involving actors from the Dailes Theater and the LNSO.
Show 'Cartola & Cavaquinho' returns to Teatro Margarida Schivasappa after 24 years
The show 'Cartola & Cavaquinho', honoring Brazilian samba composers Cartola and Nelson Cavaquinho, returns to the Teatro Margarida Schivasappa in Belém after a 24-year hiatus.
Jacob Mühlrad writes new work for the Baltic Sea Festival
The Baltic Sea Festival will feature new works by Swedish composers, including Jacob Mühlrad, and will celebrate its 24th edition in Stockholm this summer.
The ELS Travels to the Ends of the World
The Greek National Opera is set to perform in New York for the first time with a concert dedicated to the works of Greek composers inspired by Nikos Kazantzakis.
Swedish vocal quartet Åkervinda among highlights in annual radio festival on ABC Classic
ABC Classic's annual Festival of Female Composers will feature Swedish vocal quartet Åkervinda among its highlights this year.
Pianist Amilton Godoy and harmonica player Gabriel Grossi showcase Villa-Lobos' heritage in an album with songs by Tom Jobim, Guinga, Johnny Alf, and Egberto Gismonti
Pianist Amilton Godoy and harmonica player Gabriel Grossi are releasing an album that celebrates the musical legacy of Villa-Lobos, featuring works by several influential Brazilian composers.
Ideval Anselmo, one of the greatest samba-enredo composers of São Paulo carnival, dies at 85
Renowned samba-enredo composer Ideval Anselmo has passed away at the age of 85 in São Paulo, marking the end of an era in Brazilian carnival music.
Chess Videos | The Extreme Refinement of Mario Matous
Czech composer Mario Matous showcases his extraordinary chess strategies through a stunning new video series.
Composers tell how champion samba-enredos are born
This article explores the intricate process of creating champion samba-enredos, highlighting insights from prominent composers in São Paulo's carnival scene.
Creating a Composition Like Good Wine. Meet the Composers Nominated for the Grand Music Prize
The article discusses Jānis Petraškevičs and his recent concert, highlighting his innovative composition techniques and their reception.
The National Orchestra of Spain breaks nine decades of silence of women in exile
The National Orchestra of Spain embarks on a festival celebrating the works of female composers who were exiled, showcasing their contributions to music.
Do you know what music painter Jāzeps Grosvalds listened to?
The article explores the musical tastes of the Latvian painter Jāzeps Grosvalds, highlighting his appreciation for various music genres and notable composers.
Unconventional Polish Dances in France
The article discusses the impact of the 'Polish Focus' project on the promotion of Polish music abroad, particularly in France, highlighting lesser-known Polish composers and the challenges orchestras face in performing their works.
Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir and Tõnu Kaljuste begin tour in North America
The Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir under the direction of Tõnu Kaljuste has commenced a concert tour in North America, performing a diverse selection of works from notable composers.
Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir and Tõnu Kaljuste Start Tour in North America
The Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir, conducted by Tõnu Kaljuste, is touring North America with performances in the US and Canada featuring a diverse repertoire, including works by notable composers and a world premiere by Estonian composer Riho Esko Maimets.
My Beautiful Angel
The article recounts the journey of teacher América Sierra, who began her music career as a child and faced challenges in a male-dominated industry, eventually finding her place among fellow composers and artists.
Dismissal of Ligia Amadio from the MG Symphony Mobilizes Classical Music in Brazil
The recent dismissal of conductor Ligia Amadio from the Minas Gerais Symphony Orchestra has sparked a wave of outrage among conductors, musicians, composers, and music associations in Brazil.
Who to listen to opera and classical music / Josef Suk in Prague, opera premiere in Brno, and Slovak composers in Košice and Bratislava
The article discusses a series of events in Czech and Slovak orchestras honoring local composers, featuring a new recording of works by Josef Suk and premieres of operas by Bedřich Smetana and performances celebrating Slovak composers.
Who are the people who chose the songs for Dora 2026.
A seven-member expert jury from HRT has been appointed to select the songs for Dora 2026, including composers, musicians, and radio editors.
'Amadeus': the series that portrays the eternal struggle between Mozart and Salieri... and the price of genius
The new SkyShowtime series explores the historical rivalry between composers Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Antonio Salieri, set against the backdrop of 18th-century Vienna with music, mystery, and drama.
Yannick Nézet-Séguin Frees the New Year's Concert with More Music by Women
The Vienna Philharmonic's New Year's Concert 2026, conducted by Canadian Yannick Nézet-Séguin, introduces a more inclusive program featuring works composed by women, breaking from decades of tradition.
Guide to Enjoying (in Pajamas) the New Year Concert 2026
The 86th edition of the renowned New Year Concert by the Vienna Philharmonic, featuring two new composers and contemporary themes, will be conducted by Yannick Nézet-Séguin.