Francesca Dego makes debut with St. Louis Symphony Orchestra

Violinist Francesca Dego made her debut with the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra this weekend for three concerts where she performed Brahms’ Violin Concerto with conductor John Storgårds at Touhill Performing Arts Center.  The performances juxtaposed Brahms’ Concerto, written for the composer’s friend Joseph Joachim, with Sibelius’ Lemminkäinen Suite. If you missed it, Saturday’s concert is…Read more ›

José Salazar Makes Debut with the Simón Bolívar Symphony Orchestra

Recently named a Classic FM Rising Star and appointed a Dudamel Fellow with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, conductor José Salazar now makes his debut with the Simón Bolívar Symphony Orchestra. Originally from Margarita Island, Salazar returns to his home country for this significant milestone, taking to the podium at the orchestra’s home venue, the Centro…Read more ›

Andrew Litton concludes European tour in Munich

Following a busy seven weeks of performances with Philharmonie Zuidnederland, Sinfonica de Galicia and Sinfonica di Milano, Andrew Litton concludes his European tour in Munich with the Bayerisches Staatsballett. Performing as part of the 2025 Ballet Festival at the Nationaltheater, Andrew leads the company in ‘Wings of Memory’. Opening tonight (10th April), the six-performance series…Read more ›

Henning Kraggerud announced as Artistic Partner of the Irish Chamber Orchestra

We are delighted to announce Henning Kraggerud as the new Artistic Partner of the Irish Chamber Orchestra. Currently on his third tour with the renowned Irish Orchestra, the violinist/violist, director, and composer will take on this three-year tenure in August 2025, following a legacy of renowned artistic collaborators. In March 2022, Kraggerud made his debut…Read more ›

Karl-Heinz Steffens & Norrköping SO release Bruckner’s Symphony No. 9 on Orchid Classics

Celebrated German conductor Karl-Heinz Steffens, Principal Conductor and Artistic Advisor of the Norrköping Symphony Orchestra, leads the ensemble in their debut release on Orchid Classics, featuring Anton Bruckner’s Symphony No. 9 in D minor. Released today, this recording captures the intensity and spiritual depth of Bruckner’s final, unfinished masterpiece. This is the second release this…Read more ›

Karen Ní Bhroin Leads the Way with the #PurpleBaton in March

In March, celebrated as Women’s History Month, conductor Karen Ní Bhroin has joined the #PurpleBaton campaign led by renowned conductor Marin Alsop. The initiative highlights the importance of representation in leadership roles and calls for more women on the podium and continues to champion gender equality in classical music. A Celebratory Start in Birmingham Ní…Read more ›

José Salazar: LA Phil Dudamel Fellow 2025/26

In the same week that he was included in Classic FM’s Rising Stars 2025 lineup, conductor José Salazar has now been announced as one of the Los Angeles Philharmonic’s 2025/26 Dudamel Fellows. During the fellowship José will work closely with Gustavo Dudamel, the LA Philharmonic musicians, visiting artists and conductors, and students in LA Phil…Read more ›

Laura van der Heijden: RPS Instrumentalist Award 2025

Huge congratulations to cellist Laura van der Heijden on winning the RPS Instrumentalist Award 2025. Introducing her nomination the RPS said “Everything she does embodies excellence and integrity, fulfilled with heart. Luminous recordings, boundless collaborations, and new commissions showcase an artist truly in her prime.” On her win, Laura says “I can’t quite believe I’ve…Read more ›

Karen Ní Bhroin appointed Senior Lecturer for conducting and Female Artist in Residence

Mozarteum University Salzburg has announced the appointment of Karen Ní Bhroin as Senior Lecturer for Conducting and Female Artist in Residence (FAiR) for the latter half of the 2024/2025 season. Recognised as one of Ireland’s foremost young conductors, Ní Bhroin brings a wealth of international experience to her new roles. Ní Bhroin shared her excitement:…Read more ›