9th September: Why are iconic arts venues facing closure?, Philharmonie im Gasteig allows 500 visitors, Théâtre de l’Athénée taken over by Bouffes du Nord
Wednesday 9th September '20
Why are iconic arts venues like the Royal Albert Hall facing closure?The Royal Albert Hall is in an “extremely perilous” state, its chief exec has said. The independent Kensington concert venue has launched an appeal to raise …
Read8th July: Young artist focus and a bandstand: the Proms on TV, BSO calling for disability inclusion, A man who slept with his guitar – João Gilberto tribute
Monday 8th July '19
Young artist focus and a bandstand: the Proms on TVBBC seeks to attract new audiences to its festival coverageWith two weeks to go before the Proms opens, the BBC has unveiled its plans for television …
Read30th April: Vanessa Reed exits PRS Foundation, Jess Gillam acts on music education pledge and Spotify reaches 100 million paying users
Tuesday 30th April '19
Vanessa Reed exits PRS Foundation Vanessa Reed has been appointed president and chief executive of New Music USA, following 11 years at the helm of PRS Foundation.During her time as chief executive of the UK’s leading …
Read9th January: Alexandre Desplat wins Golden Globe, Matt Hancock made culture secretary in cabinet reshuffle, study discovers world’s most unique music
Tuesday 9th January '18
In today’s news: Arts Council appoints Dr Claire Mera-Nelson as new director of music, The Royal Opera House is inviting young musicians to enter its fanfare competition and study reveals that Botswana has the most …
Read10th October: Ivory ban exemption, and NPO status for NCEM
Tuesday 10th October '17
In today's news: The UK Government has exempted musical instruments from its proposals for an ivory ban, and the National Centre for Early Music has been selected as one of Arts Council England’s National Portfolio …
ReadWildKat PR welcomes the Hong Kong Arts Development Council
Thursday 16th March '17
"We are delighted to be collaborating with the Hong Kong Arts Development Council to champion the talent and creativity of their artists through dynamic events in London. There is a spectrum of activities planned for the summer …
Read10th October: Glastonbury ticket website crashes, Jonathan Cohed is named director of Les Violons du Roy & Anna Netrebko wins an Echo Klassik award
Monday 10th October '16
Classical News In today’s news, the Glastonbury ticket website crashes, Jonathan Cohen is named music director of Les Violons du Roy, and Peter Allen, a voice on the radio for the Met Opera, dies at 96. …
Read7th September: Yamaha partners with ENO, Rolston String Quartet wins Banff & FWSO votes for strike
Wednesday 7th September '16
Classical News Yamaha has been appointed as the Official Piano Partner of English National Opera, the Rolston String Quartet takes top prize at the 12th Banff International String Quartet Competition & Czech musicians bring classical music concerts …
Read16th December: Dartington 2016 launch, Sinfini Music on TV & BBC Store discount
Wednesday 16th December '15
Classical News In today's news, Dartington International Summer School & Festival has announced the full programme of courses and concerts for 2016, and Harold Budd explains why he's not scared to sound pretty. Also, The Guardian lists classical …
ReadA busy week in discussions over arts funding
Friday 27th November '15
This week, the classical music news has been dominated by articles concerning arts funding. Here is a summary of the latest developments and who has been talking about the changes which could have such a …
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