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In her long conducting career, Alsop has often been first, but she’s also a standout recording star.

A step toward equity is the happy result of choosing the best candidate for each production.

An onstage proposal surprises the intended and elates cast, orchestra, and audience alike.

The Czech National Symphony Orchestra renders three Mendoza compositions with soprano Julia Bullock and saxophonist Joshua Redman joining in.

The new chamber opera melds diverse strands of music, dance, and poetry to explore timeless themes of living in challenging times.

The series of 300 one-on-one dance encounters begins Sept. 9 at CounterPulse.

The lauded composer, multi-instrumentalist, and MacArthur Fellow talks about the diverse influences and ideas behind his latest recording.  

The special concert with free simulcast features a winning troika from Rusalka.

A tribute to Wayne Shorter’s work makes room for tunes by Dave Balakrishnan and others.

The local scene develops a lot of jazz talent. Meet a pair of players who are ready for bigger challenges.