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Dallas Symphony’s ‘Madama Butterfly’ conceptually falters despite strong singing
10+ hour, 30+ min ago (361+ words) Gregory Sullivan Isaacs | 15 JAN 2026 Staging: The action took place on the skimpy apron of the stage, which was otherwise filled with the orchestra. Separation from the players, which could have been provided by a 3" curtain, was not provided. The critical…...
Alan Gilbert extends Royal Swedish Opera contract through 2029
1+ day, 20+ hour ago (198+ words) EarRelevant Staff | 15 JAN 2026 STOCKHOLM, Sweden" Conductor Alan Gilbert has extended his contract as music director of the Royal Swedish Opera through the end of 2029, the company announced today. The agreement includes the possibility of a further extension. Gilbert has led…...
The lost are found: Mercer concert brings neglected late Romantic works back into focus
2+ day, 19+ hour ago (890+ words) William Ford | 14 JAN 2026 When I was in junior high school, I had an English teacher named Mr. Myers. He was short, stocky, and animated by a seemingly endless supply of energy. This was the kind of teacher who would climb…...
Pianist Choo Choo Hu pairs Boulanger, Debussy, and Schubert in a concise recital of poetic reflection
3+ day, 19+ hour ago (417+ words) CONCERT REVIEW: Choo Choo Hu January 11, 2026 Ahavath Achim Synagogue Atlanta, Georgia " USA "Three's the Charm" Choo Choo Hu, piano. Fr'd'ric CHOPIN: Prelude in D-flat major, Op. 28 No. 15 ("Raindrop") Lili BOULANGER: Trois Morceaux Claude DEBUSSY: [] The post Pianist Choo Choo Hu…...
Jennifer Higdon reflects on her music for ‘Cold Mountain,’ opera, and writing to performers’ strengths
1+ week, 17+ hour ago (1423+ words) Christopher Hill | 9 JAN 2026 Composer Jennifer Higdon was in Raleigh, North Carolina, one morning this past November (2025) to provide feedback in rehearsal for a forthcoming performance of her Suite from Cold Mountain by the North Carolina Symphony Orchestra. After the rehearsal…...
Chamber Cartel marks 15th season with premieres, Reich collaboration, and Xenakis revival
1+ week, 1+ day ago (252+ words) EarRelevant Staff | 8 JAN 2026 ATLANTA, Georgia" Atlanta-based contemporary music ensemble Chamber Cartel has announced plans for its 15th season, which will include four public concerts, several world premieres by local and national composers, a summer recording project, and additional private salon performances....
Meredith Monk’s ‘Cellular Songs’ charts the limits and possibilities of vocal sound
1+ week, 3+ day ago (397+ words) Giorgio Koukl | 6 JAN 2026 Meredith Monk (born 1942) is one of the most influential figures in contemporary music, particularly in redefining the human voice as a primary, autonomous instrument. Her contributions extend across music, performance art, dance, film, and theater, and her…...
Johns Creek Symphony Orchestra shares a family-centered holiday concert
2+ week, 3+ day ago (158+ words) Mark Gresham | 30 DEC 2025 The concert's collaborative spirit was evident throughout. The Christmas Voices of Johns Creek joined the orchestra for several selections, adding a communal dimension that fit the program's theme. "Here Comes Santa Claus" coincided with the arrival of…...
Atlanta Opera Film Studio releases three cinematic ‘Ring Cycle’ operas
3+ week, 20+ hour ago (298+ words) EarRelevant Staff | 26 DEC 2025 ATLANTA, Georgia" The Atlanta Opera Film Studio has released three new cinematic opera films based on its stage productions of Richard Wagner's "Ring Cycle', the company announced December 18. The films, adapted from performances of Das Rheingold, Die…...
Jeff Tyzik named principal pops conductor emeritus of Dallas Symphony Orchestra
4+ week, 16+ hour ago (154+ words) EarRelevant Staff | 19 DEC 2025 DALLAS, Texas" The Dallas Symphony Orchestra has named Jeff Tyzik principal pops conductor emeritus, a title that will take effect with the 202627 season, the orchestra announced Dec. 9. Tyzik, who served as the orchestra's principal pops conductor for…...