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Stefano De Martino has been announced as the new host and artistic director of the Sanremo Festival, sharing his plans to innovate while drawing from the festival's history.

Laura Pausini reflects on her impactful presence at the Sanremo Music Festival, emphasizing emotional connections made during her co-hosting role despite not competing.

Bollywood star Akshay Kumar and director Priyadarshan are reuniting for the film 'Bhoot Bangla', featuring a promotional song inspired by a classic film's tune.

Levante and Gaia shared a kiss on stage during their duet at Sanremo, but the broadcast director chose to avoid a close-up of the moment, leading to accusations of censorship from viewers.

Baz Luhrmann's new documentary offers a fresh perspective on Elvis Presley, utilizing previously unseen archival footage to portray the iconic performer in a more complex light.

Julien Mairesse, a prominent concert director in the French music industry, has been indicted for rape following allegations of sexual assault in southwestern France.

Hania Rani discusses her creative process in composing music for Joachim Trier's film, emphasizing the importance of silence and dialogue with the director.

Piret Rips has been appointed as the new director of Tallinn Music and Ballet School (Muba), starting on April 1, 2026.

Piret Rips has been appointed as the new director of the Tallinn Music and Ballet School (MUBA) following a public competition conducted by the Ministry of Education and Research.

Achille Lauro reflects on his experiences at the Sanremo Music Festival and his aspirations within the music industry.

Welo, a 26-year-old rapper from Lecce, has been chosen to perform the official jingle for the 2026 Sanremo Festival after impressing the artistic director, Carlo Conti, during the previous edition.

Siim Aimla discusses the musical strength of this year's concert performance and highlights its cultural significance.

Music composer Ismail Darbar reveals the tumultuous relationship he had with director Sanjay Leela Bhansali, including their creative collaborations and the fallout between them.

The Sanremo Festival begins tonight, featuring artistic director Carlo Conti and co-host Laura Pausini, alongside performances by various artists.

Director Olivers Laše discusses the film 'Sirāts', highlighting its themes of catharsis and shock therapy through powerful storytelling and music.

The documentary film 'More Than We Ever Imagined' captures the significant concert experience of Twenty One Pilots at Estadio GNP Seguros, showcasing their music and emotional connection with fans.

Juliana Paes expresses her admiration for Mestre Ciça as she returns to the Viradouro samba school after 17 years, celebrating their long-standing friendship and his contributions as a music director.

The Salacgrīva Music and Art Schools are facing the elimination of their director positions, raising concerns among parents about the impact on students' education and extracurricular activities.

Anita Zarāne, director of the choir 'Latgale' and music teacher at Daugavpils State Gymnasium, has been recognized as 'Conductor of the Year' in Latvia.

Helmuth Rilling, founder and long-time director of the Gächinger Kantorei and the Bach-Collegium Stuttgart, was known for his calm demeanor and respectful approach to Johann Sebastian Bach's cantatas, which he interpreted through the lens of Christian faith.

Henric Holmberg, a renowned actor and director in Sweden, known for his work with the music theater group Oktober and various performances in films and TV series, has passed away.

Director Paul Thomas Anderson and composer Jonny Greenwood have requested the removal of music from 'Phantom Thread' used in the documentary 'Melania.'

Tiziano Ferro is set to be the superguest for the first night of the Sanremo Festival 2026, as announced by the show's artistic director Carlo Conti.

Director Paul Thomas Anderson and Radiohead guitarist Jonny Greenwood have requested the removal of a portion of their music from the controversial documentary 'Melania', citing unauthorized use.

Director Ondřej Provazník expresses his readiness to stand up for the conductor amidst challenges.

Director Taavi Arus praised the musical group Puuluubi for their outstanding ability to connect with audiences during their tours.

The horror-comedy directed by Uruguayan director Pablo Stoll Ward premieres this Thursday at the Lugones theater and next week at Gaumont and other INCAA venues.

Carlo Conti announces that the 2026 Sanremo Festival will be his last, stating that while there is plenty of talent for a successor, the role of artistic director remains crucial.

Puuluup's musician Ramo Teder shared in an interview that the documentary director Taavi Arus accompanied them extensively and expressed a desire for more dramatic tension in their story, hoping their band would break up during filming.

Jesús Herrera is enhancing the concert experience and raising climate change awareness during his inaugural season as the artistic director of the London Philharmonic Orchestra.

Andrzej Giza has taken over as president of the Ludwig van Beethoven Association and general director of the Beethoven Easter Festival following Elżbieta Penderecka's death, ensuring continuation of various projects with an expanded management team.

Artistic director Carlo Conti announced that Italian singer-songwriter Laura Pausini will be the co-host for this year's Sanremo Festival, marking her first appearance on stage in a different role.

Laura Pausini has been announced as the co-host for the 2026 Sanremo Festival by artistic director Carlo Conti, expressing her excitement about the event.

British conductor Jonathan Nott embarks on a 'new Spanish life' as he prepares to debut with the Joven Orquesta Nacional de España in 2026, following his appointment as musical director of the Gran Teatre del Liceu.

The National Opera is in search of a new music director to replace Patrick Fournillier, with the decision to be made by chief Boris Kudlička and input from musicians.

In the podcast, Carolin Emcke discusses the cultural significance of music and the workings of an orchestra with Andrea Zietzschmann, the director of the Berlin Philharmonic Foundation.

American conductor of Russian origin Semyon Bychkov will become the music director of the Paris Opera after his tenure as principal conductor of the Czech Philharmonic ends in 2028.

Semyon Bychkov has been appointed as the new musical director of the Paris Opera, following the unexpected resignation of Gustavo Dudamel.

The article explores how film music serves as a powerful emotional driver, influencing audience reactions far beyond dialogue and acting.

Filmmaker Daniel Sánchez Arévalo makes a return to his roots with the comedic film 'Rondallas,' filled with humanity, music, and memorable characters.

The Spanish film 'Rondallas' seeks to connect with audiences through the themes of solidarity and the musical traditions of Galician bands as explained by director Daniel Sánchez Arévalo and producer Ramón Campos.

A music education teacher in Zadar, Ž.M. (51), has been sentenced to six years in prison for severe sexual abuse and exploitation of a child under 15 years old, as ruled by the County Court in Šibenik.

In the podcast 'Classical Drastically', actor Devid Striesow and director Axel Ranisch engage listeners by discussing classical music through humming, whistling, and singing, making it an enjoyable experience.

Myung-whun Chung embarks on a high-intensity professional phase in 2026 as he takes over as the musical director at La Scala, while also juggling multiple roles including artistic director of the concert hall in Busan, his hometown.