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The article talks about how students from the Middle East studying music in Berlin, Germany are affected by the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. Cited are how the conflict have made it harder for the students to promote civil debate and to find common ground, the support that students provide to each other as they faced new difficulties in German society, and the discussion of the war in German classrooms.

The article discusses the struggles faced by the San Francisco Symphony during its concert at Davies Symphony Hall in San Francisco, California in June 2024. Topics include the accusation by concertgoers against management of having no clear artistic vision, the announcement by conductor Esa-Pekka Salonen that he would step down as the orchestra's music director, and the cumulative deficit incurred by the orchestra which was announced in March 2024.

The article explores Jaap van Zweden's tenure at the New York Philharmonic, highlighting his challenges, including the pandemic, questions about his leadership, and his departure after six seasons.

The article focuses on conductor Gustavo Dudamel and his first rehearsal with the New York Philharmonic, on the program "Ninth Symphony" by Gustav Mahler, since being named the next music director of the ensemble. It informs about the resignation of Dudamel from the Paris Opera. It shows the positive reception of musicians to Dudamel, as well as his goal to develop love and connection with the orchestra

An interview with choreographer Kate Prince, singer Sting and composer Alex Lacamoire is presented. Prince talks about how she came up with the dance show "Message in a Bottle" and how the production came together. They describe their approach to the choreography and music. Sting and Lacamoire discuss the relationship between the songs, themes and styles of the production, as well as the timelessness of the music and the emotional touchstones of the songs.

The article focuses on Davóne Tines, a bass-baritone opera singer known for his intensity and thundering voice, who is making his Metropolitan Opera debut in John Adams's Nativity oratorio "El Niño." Tines has gained acclaim for his performances of classical works.

The article reports on updates in the career of pianist Alice Sara Ott, particularly her scheduled performance at the New York Philharmonic theater as of April 2024 and her suffering from multiple sclerosis. Also cited are how her disease could affect her health in the tough work culture of the music industry and how she uses her platform to raise awareness and dispel myth about the disease.

The article reports on the possible shutdown of the St. Thomas Choir School in Manhattan, New York as the Episcopal church struggles to pay for its operational costs due to declining endowment, annual fund-raising, and tuition fees. According to the church's Reverend Canon Carl F. Turner, the people's perception that the church has ample resources adversely affected their fund-raising programs. Also cited are the claims by alumni like Ian Fisher that the school should not be closed.

The article features Ukrainian conductor Oksana Lyniv, the first Ukrainian conductor to perform at the Metropolitan Opera (Met). Lyniv was preparing for a performance of Puccini's "Turandot" at the Met when he learned that a Russian drone had hit a building in Odesa which is not far from the home of per parents-in-law. She has used her platform to denounce Russia's government since the invasion and has faced criticism in Ukraine for performing Russian music and working with Russian artists.

The article focuses on the decline of American conductors leading major orchestras in the U.S., despite initial optimism sparked by Leonard Bernstein's appointment as the New York Philharmonic's music director in 1958, with only four of the 25 largest ensembles currently led by Americans.

The article presents an interview with Elim Chan, chief conductor of the Antwerp Symphony Orchestra. Among the issues she discussed include how she developed a love for music while growing up in Hong Kong, China, the event that made her realize that she wanted to be a conductor, and how she felt about being the first woman to win the Donatella Flick Conducting Competition in England a decade ago.

The article reviews the opera "Blind Injustice," directed by Mark A. Godsey and starring Eric Shane Heatley, Adrienne Danrich, and Phillip Bullock, performed at the Montclaire State University's Alexander Kasser theater in Montclair, New Jersey until February 18, 2024.

The article highlights the challenges and ambitions of Susan Jaffe as she leads American Ballet Theater through financial difficulties and artistic aspirations. It emphasizes her dual role as artistic director and interim executive director, focusing on efforts to innovate, expand the company's repertoire, and stabilize its financial footing amid declining donations and shifting audience preferences.

The article reviews the performance of the Metropolitan Opera in New York, highlighting its mixed attendance rates despite a focus on contemporary operas, financial challenges, and efforts to attract younger audiences.

The article presents an interview with the renowned pianist Mitsuko Uchida, focusing on her dedication to music over self-analysis, her upcoming role at the Ojai Festival, and her perspectives on creativity, the pandemic's impact on culture, and her approach to performance and mentoring.

The article focuses on Barbara Hannigan, a renowned singer and conductor, who will assume the role of chief conductor and artistic director of the Iceland Symphony Orchestra in 2026, marking her first full-time conducting position and highlighting her innovative approach to programming.

The article focuses on the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam reversing its decision to cancel performances by the Jerusalem Quartet due to security concerns related to threatened protests, with the quartet now set to perform with expanded security measures and police presence.

The article focuses on Barry Diller's plan to finance a four-month annual performing arts festival on Little Island, aiming to fulfill the park's original vision as a haven for innovation in the performing arts, with the guidance of Scott Rudin.

The article offers information on the Los Angeles Philharmonic's recent leadership changes and its appointment of Kim Noltemy as the new president and chief executive.

The article focuses on musicians Matthew Muckey and Liang Wang suing the New York Philharmonic, alleging wrongful suspension due to revived misconduct allegations. Topics include the musicians' legal action against the orchestra and their union, alongside the repercussions of the suspensions on their careers and reputations.

The article focuses on the appointment of Cristian Macelaru as the next music director of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, highlighting his background in music education and previous prestigious conducting roles in Europe, succeeding Louis Langrée in the 2025-26 season.

The article focuses on the 1.7 million U.S. dollars that the late opera aficionado Lois Kirschenbaum had left to cultural groups following her death in 2021. Cited are cultural groups that were the recipients of her arts legacy, her being a devoted fan of opera, and a trove of memorabilia that she left behind.

The article focuses on "Angel Island," a staged oratorio by Huang Ruo, depicting the hardships and discrimination faced by Chinese immigrants detained at the Angel Island Immigration Station in the early 20th century, addressing historical events and drawing parallels to contemporary issues of discrimination against Asians in the U.S.

The article focuses on Valery Gergiev, a staunch supporter of President Vladimir Putin, being appointed to lead Moscow's Bolshoi Theater, replacing Vladimir Urin, who opposed the Ukraine war. Topics discussed include Gergiev's political ties and musical career, Urin's removal due to his stance against the war, and the cultural implications amid strained international relations post-Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

The article focuses on "Émigré," an oratorio composed by Aaron Zigman, with lyrics by Mark Campbell and Brock Walsh, about Jewish refugees who fled Nazi Germany for Shanghai, China in the late 1930s. Topics discussed include reaction of Israel to China's muted response to the Hamas attack on Israel, remarks from Shanghai Symphony Orchestra music director, Long Yu, and insight on Shanghai's role as a haven for Jews.

The article follows student musicians as they rehearse with Gustavo Dudamel, the future music director of the New York Philharmonic, highlighting his commitment to expanding the orchestra's presence in schools and communities through education and collaboration.

The article announces that celebrated countertenor Anthony Roth Costanzo will become the general director and president of Opera Philadelphia, aiming to reshape the company amid pandemic disruptions while continuing his own performances and focusing on innovative collaborations.

The article discusses Lincoln Center's Summer for the City festival, emphasizing community engagement, diverse programming, and civil rights themes to foster civic bonds.

The article focuses on the New York Philharmonic's decision to commission an outside investigation into its culture following allegations of misconduct against two players that surfaced in a recent magazine article.

The article focuses on the New York Philharmonic's decision to suspend two players, Liang Wang and Matthew Muckey, from rehearsals and performances following allegations of misconduct detailed in a New York magazine article.

The article focuses on Tilman Michael being appointed as the new chorus director of the Metropolitan Opera for the 2024-25 season, highlighting the demanding nature of the role, Michael's background as a German conductor with extensive experience in choral conducting.

The article announces the appointment of Klaus Makela as the youngest music director of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, highlighting his rapid rise in classical music, his plans for repertoire expansion, and diversity initiatives.

The article discusses the Metropolitan Opera's "Turandot," which faced a malfunction prompting a spare staging, yet despite the setback, the show went on with a semi-staged version after crews resolved the issue, while audience members were offered refunds but most stayed, applauding the conductor.

The article discusses the New York Philharmonic's 2024-25 season, highlighting Gustavo Dudamel's upcoming role as music director, experimenting with new works, featuring guest artists like Yuja Wang, and presenting notable performances such as Pierre Boulez's compositions and Stravinsky's works.

The article focuses on Esa-Pekka Salonen's decision to step down as the music director of the San Francisco Symphony due to differences with the orchestra's board regarding the institution's future goals and cost-cutting measures.

The article focuses on American Ballet Theater's appointment of Barry Hughson as its new executive director, aiming to overcome recent challenges such as tense relations with dancers, financial strains, and the absence of a permanent executive director.

The article focuses on the Metropolitan Opera's revival of its plans for the Met Orchestra's first Asian tour, with performances in South Korea, Japan, and Taiwan in June, aiming to showcase musicians, expand the Met's global fanbase, and boost orchestra morale after pandemic closures.

The article focuses on Jaap van Zweden's future plans as a conductor, including his newly announced position as the music director of the Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France in Paris starting in 2026, alongside his current role with the Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra.

The article focuses on the Metropolitan Opera's announcement of its 2024-25 season, highlighting the prominence of contemporary works with four company premieres, including "Grounded" about drone warfare, "Moby-Dick," "Ainadamar," and "Antony and Cleopatra."

The article focuses on the San Francisco Ballet's reception of a groundbreaking 60 million U.S. dollar gift, the largest in its 91-year history, from an anonymous donor. Topics include the allocation of funds to bolster the company's endowment and support new works, the financial challenges faced during the pandemic, and the artistic vision of Tamara Rojo, the company's new artistic director, to commission works that connect to social issues and enrich the art form.

The article focuses on the Wiener Festwochen festival in Vienna abandoning plans to feature the Russian conductor Teodor Currentzis in its lineup, after facing backlash for juxtaposing his concert with that of Ukrainian conductor Oksana Lyniv.

The article focuses on Henry Timms stepping down as the leader of Lincoln Center after five years, during which he guided the institution through the challenges of the pandemic and completed the renovation of David Geffen Hall.

The article focuses on conductor Robert Spano's appointment as the next music director of Washington National Opera, where he plans to promote contemporary works and champion both new and classic compositions.

The article focuses on Carnegie Hall's upcoming season, highlighting the festival "Nuestros Sonidos" that will emphasize the Latino experience, addressing the underrepresentation of Latino people and Hispanic culture in American classical music.

The article focuses on the Festival Orchestra of Lincoln Center's rebranding and plans for its upcoming season under conductor Jonathon Heyward, aiming to attract more diverse and younger audiences to classical music. Topics discussed include the orchestra's new name and leadership, its innovative programming to engage audiences, and efforts to address criticisms about promoting classical music amidst broader changes at Lincoln Center.

The article focuses on the opera "Intelligence," which tells the story of Civil War-era spies, using dance as a central element of the performance, with Urban Bush Women providing choreography and movement inspired by African traditions.

The article reveals that the opera "Dead Man Walking," based on Sister Helen Prejean's 1993 memoir, with music by Jake Heggie and a libretto by Terrence McNally, was performed at Sing Sing maximum-security prison in New York. Topics discussed include themes of the opera, remarks from singer Joyce DiDonato, who plays Sister Helen in the Met's production, and how the idea of bringing the opera to Sing Sing emerged.

The article reveals that the opera "Dead Man Walking," written by composer Jake Heggie, will appear onstage at the Metropolitan Opera in New York City. Topics discussed include financial problem facing the Met, reason Peter Gelb, the Met's general manager, was drawn to the opera, and brief background of the opera.

The article reports on effort of Henry Timms, president and chief executive of the Lincoln Center in New York City, to forge closer ties with the city and bring more diversity to the center's staff, board and audiences. Topics discussed include highlights of the Lincoln Center's 2023 summer festival, challenges of running Lincoln Center, and criticism on the center for presenting less classical music and international theater.