Upcoming ECCO concert shows 'how beautiful classical music is'

The Chamber Orchestra’s first concert of 2026 will be its annual Family and Friends concert. “The concert is offered at a reduced rate — rather than the evening ticket prices coming to around $30, we ...
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The world over: Bachtrack’s Classical Music Statistics 2025

How is the classical music world changing? Looking back on a dizzying year, we pay particular attention to performers’ ...
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These five musical pieces show classical and jazz aren't as different as you'd think

Gunther Schuller leads the NEC Jazz Orchestra in rehearsal in Jordan Hall, 1990. Schuller coined the term "Third Stream" when referring to the genre that blends classical and jazz. From jazz to ...

The biggest threat to the future of jazz? Classical music

Classical music and jazz. They’re like jealous siblings who deep down love each other, but just can’t stop rowing in public. At least, that’s how it used to be. In recent decades they’ve been ...

Atlanta's Renaissance Orchestra combines hip-hop and classical: "We're bringing that culture back"

The Renaissance Orchestra is quickly getting acclaim on social media for its hip-hop-inspired take on classical music.

How the Cleveland Orchestra Stays at the Top of Classical Music

Our critic tracked one concert, from its first rehearsals to its first performance. Practice is only part of what makes this ensemble excellent.
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Chicago classical music’s best-kept secret: a ‘speakeasy’ in a humdrum office building

Guarneri Hall has been a valued space among classical music insiders, thanks to its central location and unique acoustics. A new music series may open the hall to new audiences. Even when you’re ...

Charleston is home to the world's largest Black classical music festival. It returns in February.

Colour of Music Festival, a Black classical music organization founded in Charleston, will present 7 concerts Feb. 4-7 at ...