New programme for Black musicians and administrators
PRS Foundation has launched a new programme that aims to create “a fairer, more equitable music industry.” Power Up will work with Black creators and … Read more
Simon Rattle to leave London for Munich
Simon Rattle has announced he will leave his role as music director of London Symphony Orchestra to become music director at Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra. … Read more
Plexiglass may not protext musicians
New research from Princeton University suggests that plexiglass barriers may not provide protection from COVID-19 for musicians. While barriers do provide some protection, researchers say … Read more
NY Phil musicians agree paycut
New York Philharmonic has reached a deal with its musicians that will see them take a 25% pay cut until August 2023. For the last … Read more
Notre-Dame reopens for Christmas concert
Notre-Dame cathedral will host its first concert since it was gutted by a fire in April 2019. The Notre-Dame Choir will perform a concert on … Read more
Vote for your favourite classical artist and win £250
uDiscover – a music website run by Universal Music Group (UMG) – is asking the public to vote for its favourite living classical musician. The … Read more
Cellist climbs Paris rooftops for lockdown performances
Cellist Camille Thomas has continued her programme of playing on rooftops and in museums across Paris, this time with a concert above the Institut de … Read more
Guildhall School of Music & Drama is making new friends
Guildhall School of Music & Drama has partnered with Age UK Camden to bring music to isolated people during the new COVID-19 lockdown. Music Bank … Read more
ABO puts out call for women composers fund
The Association of British Orchestras (ABO) is accepting applications for the latest round of its Sirens Fund. Launched in 2016, Sirens Fund supports projects that … Read more
ARD announces 2021 competition
The 70th ARD International Music Competition 2021 in Munich has been announced. Next year’s event features four categories – piano duo, voice, horn and violin – … Read more
