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Bernhard Fleischer Appointed Chief Executive of The Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra
The Violin Channel
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August 21, 2025
The Hong Kong Philharmonic Society announced today that Bernhard Fleischer will serve as its new Chief Executive, effective as of September 1, 2025. Born in Salzburg, Fleischer started his career working with conductor Sir Roger Norrington. He has...
New Music USA Announces 2025 Organization Fund Grantees
The Violin Channel
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August 22, 2025
New Music USA’s Organization Fund supports music organizations, performance groups, dance organizations, festivals, presenters, and venues to help sustain their programming of new music and nurturing of music creators. Spanning 17 states and...
Blair Lawhead concert Sunday afternoon
Austin Daily Herald - Minnesota
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August 22, 2025
Published 4:39 pm Friday, August 22, 2025 1 of 2 The Blair Lawhead Celebration of Music Concert will be held this Sunday afternoon and will feature Associate Concertmaster of the Minnesota Orchestra, Alan Snow. The concert will be taking place at...
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Grammy-nominated Acyuta Gopi brings ger global devotional sound to India with 'Chal Man Vrindavan' – A nationwide spiritual music tour
Firstpost
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August 21, 2025
Grammy-nominated devotional singer Acyuta Gopi, who will embark on a spiritual musical concert “Chal Man Vrindavan” in October this year, says she has been visiting India since 2009 and feels the country has become her “home away from home”. The...
Laufey’s New Album Is Her ‘Most Daunting Project Yet’
TIME Magazine
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August 22, 2025
With the release of her third album, A Matter of Time, Laufey is showing the world a new side of herself. Previously known for her wistful lyrics about unrequited crushes, the 26-year-old sings a different tune on this record: one about falling in...
Jack Symonds Doubles Up At 2025 Art Music Award
The Music Network
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August 22, 2025
Angelina Zucco, Jack Symonds, Claire Edwardes at the 2025 Art Music Awards Jack Symonds was the big winner at the 2025 Art Music Awards, where he collected a brace of doughnut-shaped trophies. Presented Thursday, August 21 at Sydney’s City Recital...
If You’ve Got Musical Abilities, These College Majors Might Be Your Perfect Match
Blavity
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August 22, 2025
Choosing a college major can be tricky, especially for those with strong musical abilities who want to turn their passion into a career. Music doesn’t just lead to performance – it can open doors in therapy, education, production, law and...
OSU Symphony Orchestra and director earn national recognition for innovation and excellence
Oklahoma State University
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August 22, 2025
Friday, August 22, 2025 Media Contact: Elizabeth Gosney | CAS Marketing and Communications Manager | 405-744-7497 | egosney@okstate.edu The Oklahoma State University Symphony Orchestra is hitting the right note. OSU is one of only five college...
RON 'BUMBLEFOOT' THAL Has No Plans To Tour In Support Of His Latest Solo Album
Blabbermouth - California
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August 22, 2025
During an appearance on the August 21 episode of SiriusXM's "Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk", former GUNS N' ROSES guitarist Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal was asked if he has any plans to tour in support of his recently released instrumental album,...
Kelly Houston reflects on 50 years of music, love and performance
NSPR - California
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August 22, 2025
From choir to front and center, Kelly Houston is celebrating 50 years on stage with his musical performance “Tuneslinger: 50th Anniversary Tour de Force” this weekend in Chico. Houston is a seasoned performer and a proud member of Actors' Equity...
Cambridge Symphony Orchestra performing free concert at Gaslight District
Cambridge Today
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Following the success of its 20th anniversary season, the Cambridge Symphony Orchestra (CSO) is inviting the community to join in celebration as it launches Season 21 with a free outdoor concert this Sunday at The Square at the Gaslight District....
Fans loved her new album. The thing was, she hadn't released one
BBC
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August 22, 2025
Ian Youngs & Paul GlynnCulture reporter ShareSave Emily Portman says the AI version of her was "really creepy" Last month, award-winning singer Emily Portman got a message from a fan praising her new album and saying "English folk music is in good...
Art Beat: Buoyant chamber music in Pender Harbour and Art & Words
Coast Reporter
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August 22, 2025
Also, where to find free live music in Gibsons, Roberts Creek and Sechelt this weekend, and it's the Annual Art & Words Festival! The Pender Harbour Music Society has released tantalizing details about the upcoming grand opening of its 2025-26...
Godfrey Dublin, Legendary Vincy Musician, Passes
St. Vincent Times
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August 22, 2025
The iconic band TOUCH has confirmed the passing of lead vocalist and guitarist Godfrey “Freemus” Dublin on August 22nd, 2025. Dublin, whose unmistakable voice and musical prowess defined an era of Vincy music, leaves behind a legacy that...
Carnegie Hall Live: The Gateways Music Festival Orchestra
WSHU Public Radio - Connecticut
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August 22, 2025
WSHU gives you the best seat in the house for Carnegie Hall Live. Missed last week’s concert with The Philadelphia Orchestra … or just want to hear it again? Catch the encore tonight at 8. Tomorrow, The Gateways Music Festival Orchestra takes the...
Concordia announces Christmas Concert dates, other music events
Valley News Live - North Dakota
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August 22, 2025
FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) - Concordia College recently announced a list of concerts coming this year including the 99th Annual Concordia Christmas concert. All tickets for the Christmas Concert go on sale October 28. Here’s some of the events...
James Dupré Releases New Album ‘It’s All Happening’ Today
Times News Global
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August 22, 2025
Nashville, TN — James Dupré has officially released his new album, ‘It’s All Happening,’ through Warner Music Nashville today, August 22. This project follows his ‘Perfect Time’ EP, which debuted in February and included songs like ‘Knee Deep in a...
Chinese Yue Opera reimagines classical tales in London for contemporary audiences
Xinhua News Agency
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LONDON, Aug. 22 (Xinhua) -- At London's Shaw Theatre on Thursday night, the delicate notes of traditional Chinese musical instrument sheng, paired with gentle narration, soft singing, and graceful movements of Yue Opera, drew the audience into a...
Bloomington-Normal record stores host live music and 'just trying to do something nice, okay?'
WGLT - Illinois
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August 22, 2025
For over 20 years, Bloomington-Normal record stores have been bringing art and culture to the community. Two mainstays, Reverberation Vinyl and Waiting Room Records, have built a following by hosting live music in their shops and the community....
Ethel Cain delivers fulfilling backstory in most recent album
The Case Western Reserve Observer - Ohio
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August 22, 2025
On Aug. 8, American singer-songwriter Ethel Cain released her fourth studio album titled, “Willoughby Tucker, I’ll Always Love You.” Cain, whose real name is Hayden Anhedönia, made it clear that her primary intention with her latest release was to...