New York Philharmonic
Ensembles shut by the coronavirus pandemic are shaking up their programming. Artists of color are hoping it’s for the long haul. Source
With indoor performances still far-off, the orchestra has organized a “Soundwalk” in Central Park and outdoor pop-up concerts. Source
Composers, players and administrators don’t necessarily want to abandon blind auditions. But they say the lack of diversity in American orchestras is more complicated than that. Source
The NY Phil Bandwagon’s pop-up concert series, the orchestra’s first public performances since March, debuted despite rain and other obstacles. Source
The NY Phil Bandwagon will roll out to neighborhoods around the city three days a week, through mid-October. Source
The lost performances will cost the orchestra approximately $9 million in ticket revenue. Source
In the 19th century, a Christmas symphony became a flash point in the battle over the orchestra’s commitment to new American music. Source
The orchestra is anticipating a loss of $10 million and said its endowment had declined by about 14 percent. Source
An acclaimed Kurtag opera is a highlight of the New York Philharmonic’s 2020-21 programming. Source
“The Mother of Us All,” as much an Americana collection as an opera, was staged in the American sculpture court at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Source
