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Daniel Harding Named Next Music Director of the Los Angeles Philharmonic
arts6 hours ago

Daniel Harding Named Next Music Director of the Los Angeles Philharmonic

Daniel Harding has been named the Los Angeles Philharmonic's next music director, effective for the 2027/28 season on a six-year contract, as Gustavo Dudamel departs in 2026 to lead the New York Philharmonic but will remain connected as artistic laureate. Harding will oversee programming across LAPhil venues including Walt Disney Concert Hall, the Hollywood Bowl and the Ford, alongside YOLA, and will conduct eight weeks in his first season (rising to 12 weeks later). He brings an acclaimed international conducting career and also works as an airline pilot, a parallel life he says informs his artistry; he will conduct as music director designate in late 2026/early 2027.

via The Guardian|
#arts#daniel-harding#gustavo-dudamel
New Era for LA Phil as Daniel Harding Named Music Director
entertainment-and-arts6 hours ago

New Era for LA Phil as Daniel Harding Named Music Director

Daniel Harding has been named the Los Angeles Philharmonic’s 12th music director, succeeding Gustavo Dudamel and beginning in fall 2027 on a six-year contract for about a dozen weeks of conducting per season; the players overwhelmingly supported Harding, who has long ties to the orchestra and a global career, and his appointment fits the LA Phil’s expansive leadership and education initiatives, including plans for a 2029 YOLA tour.

via Los Angeles Times|
#daniel-harding#entertainment-and-arts#gustavo-dudamel
Elim Chan Breaks Ground as San Francisco Symphony Names Its First Female Music Director
arts5 days ago

Elim Chan Breaks Ground as San Francisco Symphony Names Its First Female Music Director

Elim Chan, a 39-year-old Hong Kong–born conductor, was named the San Francisco Symphony’s music director-designate and will assume the post in September 2027, making SF one of the country’s top orchestras to be led by a woman. The appointment follows the tenure of Esa-Pekka Salonen and amid the orchestra’s recent budget and audience challenges; Chan describes it as groundbreaking and plans a bold programming and outreach strategy, including a California tour and a semi-staged Firebird, with a focus on drawing younger audiences and expanding the orchestral canon.

via The New York Times|
#arts#classical-music#elim-chan
Boston's leadership crisis: who will steer the orchestra next?
arts2 months ago

Boston's leadership crisis: who will steer the orchestra next?

After the Boston Symphony Orchestra dismissed music director Andris Nelsons, late-week press releases drew skeptical reactions, with bookmakers listing Susanna Mälkki as the favorite and naming several other conductors in contention; an update notes BSO musicians oppose the firing, underscoring a turbulent leadership dispute for the orchestra.

via Slipped Disc|
#andris-nelsons#arts#boston-symphony-orchestra
BSO parts ways with Andris Nelsons, signaling a fresh artistic direction
culture2 months ago

BSO parts ways with Andris Nelsons, signaling a fresh artistic direction

The Boston Symphony Orchestra announced that Andris Nelsons will conclude his 13-year tenure as Music Director at the end of the 2027 Tanglewood season, with the Board of Trustees saying they were not aligned on future vision. The piece notes prior reporting about contract changes that could ease Nelsons’ dismissal, includes sharp criticism of the BSO’s leadership, and flags speculation about a future diverse replacement candidate and Nelsons’ potential move back to Europe to continue his career.

via Slipped Disc|
#andris-nelsons#boston-symphony-orchestra#chad-smith
BSO ends Nelsons' era, planning a 2027 farewell
arts-and-culture2 months ago

BSO ends Nelsons' era, planning a 2027 farewell

The Boston Symphony Orchestra announced it will not renew Andris Nelsons' contract as music director, with him remaining through the 2027 Tanglewood season. The Board cited a misalignment on the orchestra's future vision but thanked Nelsons for 13 years of service and pledged a smooth, celebratory conclusion to his tenure, following the BSO’s recent Grammy wins under his leadership.

via WBUR|
#andris-nelsons#arts-and-culture#boston-symphony-orchestra
San Antonio Philharmonic Ends Season Amid Leadership Exit and Venue Battle
arts-and-culture3 months ago

San Antonio Philharmonic Ends Season Amid Leadership Exit and Venue Battle

The San Antonio Philharmonic announced it will cancel the remainder of its season after the departure of music director Jeffrey Kahane and a dispute over its intended permanent venue, canceling seven concerts through May. The decision follows a broader season reconfiguration and comes with assurances from CEO Roberto Treviño that the organization is working to move forward and restore stability, while acknowledging the impact on musicians and audiences.

via symphony.org|
#arts-and-culture#concert-cancellation#music-director
Legendary Conductor Christoph von Dohnányi Passes Away at 95
obituaries8 months ago

Legendary Conductor Christoph von Dohnányi Passes Away at 95

Christoph von Dohnanyi, a renowned German conductor who led the Cleveland Orchestra for 18 years and elevated its international reputation, passed away at age 95. His tenure was marked by acclaimed recordings, extensive touring, innovative programming, and significant contributions to Cleveland's cultural infrastructure, including a major hall renovation. His family history included resistance against Nazi Germany, and he was celebrated for his precise, probing artistry and wide repertoire. Dohnanyi's influence extended globally through his work with various orchestras and festivals, leaving a lasting legacy in classical music.

via Cleveland.com|
#christoph-von-dohnanyi#cleveland-orchestra#conductor
"Klaus Mäkelä: Youngest Music Director to Lead Chicago Symphony Orchestra"
arts-and-culture2 years ago

"Klaus Mäkelä: Youngest Music Director to Lead Chicago Symphony Orchestra"

The Chicago Symphony Orchestra has appointed Finnish conductor Klaus Mäkelä as its next music director, making him the youngest in the orchestra's history at 28. Mäkelä, known for his rapid rise in the classical music world, will assume the role in the 2027-28 season, following Riccardo Muti's tenure. His appointment comes after a global search and will see him leading the CSO through at least 2032. Mäkelä's exclusive recording contract with Decca Classics will also mark the orchestra's return to releasing albums under that label.

via Chicago Tribune|
#arts-and-culture#chicago-symphony-orchestra#classical-music
"Klaus Mäkelä Named Youngest Music Director of Chicago Symphony Orchestra"
music2 years ago

"Klaus Mäkelä Named Youngest Music Director of Chicago Symphony Orchestra"

Klaus Mäkelä, a 28-year-old Finnish conductor, has been announced as the next music director of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, making him the youngest maestro in the ensemble’s 133-year history. Known for his charisma and clarity, Mäkelä will begin a five-year contract in 2027 at the age of 31, and will also take over as chief conductor of the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra in Amsterdam.

via The New York Times|
#chicago-symphony-orchestra#classical-music#finnish-conductor
Esa-Pekka Salonen Resigns as San Francisco Symphony Music Director
arts-and-culture2 years ago

Esa-Pekka Salonen Resigns as San Francisco Symphony Music Director

Esa-Pekka Salonen, the music director of the San Francisco Symphony, has announced his resignation, citing differing goals with the Board of Governors. Despite his innovative leadership and efforts to solidify the orchestra's reputation, financial struggles, including significant income loss during the Covid pandemic, have impacted the organization. The orchestra's healthy endowment stands at roughly $315 million, but the cancellation of an international tour and Salonen's departure have raised concerns about the institution's future in the arts community.

via NPR|
#arts-and-culture#esa-pekka-salonen#financial-struggles
"Esa-Pekka Salonen Announces Departure from San Francisco Symphony"
music2 years ago

"Esa-Pekka Salonen Announces Departure from San Francisco Symphony"

Esa-Pekka Salonen, the music director of the San Francisco Symphony, has announced his decision to step down when his contract expires next year, citing differences with the orchestra's board over cost-cutting measures and programming shifts. Salonen, known for his innovative approach to music and technology, expressed that he no longer shares the same goals for the institution's future as the board does. The split highlights the challenges faced by symphony orchestras in the wake of the pandemic and raises questions about the orchestra's ability to achieve Salonen's expansive vision.

via The New York Times|
#board-dispute#cost-cutting#esa-pekka-salonen
"Jaap van Zweden Takes Helm of French Orchestra Post New York Philharmonic Tenure"
music2 years ago

"Jaap van Zweden Takes Helm of French Orchestra Post New York Philharmonic Tenure"

Jaap van Zweden, the current music director of the New York Philharmonic, will begin a five-year term as the music director of the Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France in 2026 after leaving his position in New York later this summer. He will also serve as the music director of the Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra. Van Zweden, who started his career as a concertmaster in Amsterdam, expressed his excitement about joining the French radio orchestra in Paris and plans to focus on promoting new works, particularly contemporary pieces by French composers, during his tenure.

via The New York Times|
#conductor#jaap-van-zweden#music