An Opera (of Sorts)” subverts expectations of the genre by making fun of classical composers typically featured in these ...

The French composer, Claude Debussy, is known as the first impressionist composer. He was born in 1862 and is often referred to as one of the most influential composers of the time. Some of his most ...

The pianist’s album highlights women in classical music, blending centuries-old compositions with modern arrangements for the festive season.

Classical music can feel daunting to dig into if you haven't had a lot of exposure to the genre or didn’t grow up playing an instrument. With so many terms, styles, composers and performers, it can be ...

The concert includes pieces from better-known composers, such as Aaron Copland's Pulitzer-winning "Appalachian Spring," and ...

At the 2026 Grammy Awards, the National Philharmonic, Adam Tendler and Shawn Okpebholo lead a field of strong contenders.

Meredith Monk’s “Cellular Songs,” a Kurt Weill rarity and a new take on Bach’s “Well-Tempered Clavier” are among the ...

Just as gray winter gives way to spring blossoms, this season’s classical music concerts reveal how much more colorful and diverse Portland classical music concerts have become since the dull days ...

There will be a time when we’ll go to concerts again. We will buy our tickets, shuffle shoulder to shoulder down the aisle, and find our seats. The lights will dim, and the conductor will walk onto ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Jane Levere is a New York-based freelance writer covering the arts. Although few people can name even three black classical ...

Music commentator Miles Hoffman talks about the things some famous classical composers were not thankful for. Composers have also felt as though the world should be thankful for them. Over the years, ...