Ravinia Festival

Video: 'Moon River/Audrey's Letter' From Henry Mancini Retrospective Album Feat. Stevie Wonder

The video, directed by Martin Guigui, includes footage from the iconic film Breakfast at Tiffany’s as well as behind-the-scenes footage of the recording of the song “Moon River” featuring Gustavo Dudamel, The Los Angeles Philharmonic & Los Angeles Master Chorale, Stevie Wonder and Audrey Hepburn.

Park Avenue Artists and Primary Wave Music Launch Orchestral Concerts for Iconic Legacy Artists

Forward-thinking creative agency Park Avenue Artists has joined forces with innovative independent music publisher Primary Wave Music to create and tour a radically new approach to amplifying and reveling in the voices of legacy artists. 

Rachel Lee Priday Releases New Album 'FLUID DYNAMICS'

Partnering with oceanographer Georgy Manucharyan and six visionary composers, violinist Rachel Lee Priday will embark on a musically rich project that blends classical music with the visual poetry of fluid dynamics experiments, including a new album, Fluid Dynamics, with pianist David Kaplan out Friday, August 23, 2024 on Orchid Classics. 

Rachel Lee Priday to Release New Album FLUID DYNAMICS in August

Violinist Rachel Lee Priday releases her new album Fluid Dynamics, featuring works by Smith, Wiancko, Spinei, Andres, Lanzilotti, and Cerrone, with pianist David Kaplan.

O.A.R. Releases New Summer Anthem 'Gonna Be Me (the friendship song)' Feat DJ Premier & Brady Watt

O.A.R. has released their new single, 'Gonna Be Me (the friendship song),' featuring and produced by the legendary DJ Premier and dynamic virtuoso Brady Watt, which is now available. This collaboration promises to be another summer anthem for O.A.R., combining their signature sound with the iconic DJ Premier's legendary production and Brady Watt's vital musical contributions.

Welz Kauffman Named Old Town School Of Folk Music Executive Director & CEO

Welz Kauffman has been appointed as the new Executive Director and CEO of the Old Town School of Folk Music, bringing his extensive experience in arts administration to the renowned institution.

American Ballet Theatre Unveils 2024 Fall Season Featuring a World Premiere & More

American Ballet Theatre has revealed its 2024 Fall Season at the David H. Koch Theater from October 16 to November 3, featuring a diverse repertoire of classic and contemporary works. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Karen Slack & Michelle Cann to Release BEYOND THE YEARS Album Of Unpublished Songs By Florence Price

Soprano Karen Slack and pianist Michelle Cann will release 'Beyond the Years,' an album featuring 19 unpublished songs by Florence Price, showcasing her unique contributions to classical music.

Roger Q. Mason's THE PINK Will Receive an Industry Reading at Caveat Next Month

Acclaimed Black Filipinx playwright and Kilroys List honoree Roger Q. Mason will receive a staged reading of THE PINK, directed by Kevin Newbury.

Chicago Black Dance Legacy Project Presents DIVINATION: THE DANCING SOULS OF BLACK FOLK

The Chicago Black Dance Legacy Project will present Divination: The Dancing Souls of Black Folk, a powerful performance celebrating the rich cultural heritage and artistic contributions of Black dancers.

Theater Latté Da Presents SCOTLAND, PA At The Ritz Theater This September

Theater Latté Da brings SCOTLAND, PA to The Ritz Theater from September 18 to October 20, 2024. Enjoy this dark comedy adaptation of Shakespeare's MACBETH set in a 1970s Pennsylvania diner.

Laurie Berkner to Release New Halloween Album

A Laurie Berkner Halloween treats little tricksters to an assortment of songs Laurie has written through the years, plus several brand-new releases that celebrate the fun of Halloween and the fall season for young children.  

Artpark to Present PUCCINI'S GREATEST: A GALA OPERA CONCERT

Artpark will present a tribute to Giacomo Puccini with a gala opera concert at the Artpark Mainstage Theater in Lewiston, NY. Enjoy renditions of Puccini's most beloved arias crafted by Michael Capasso. Learn how to purchase tickets!

Laurie Berkner Returns to the Ravinia Festival in August

Beloved children's musician Laurie Berkner will return to the Chicago area for two solo performances at 11:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, August 3 at the Ravinia Festival, 200 Ravinia Park Rd., Highland Park, IL.

Kris Bowers's First Concerto, FOR A YOUNGER SELF, Featured on New Album by American Youth Symphony

On Friday, July 26, 2024, Academy Award-winning composer Kris Bowers and GRAMMY Award-winning violinist Charles Yang are spotlighted on a heartfelt new album, For A Younger Self, featuring the talented musicians of the American Youth Symphony (AYS) conducted by Carlos Izcaray.

Full Cast, Design, Production Teams Set For THE LITTLE MERMAID at the Muny

 The Muny has announced its full cast, design and production teams for Disney's The Little Mermaid, the third show in the theatre's 106th season, which runs July 8-16 on the James S. McDonnell Stage in Forest Park.

'The Henry Mancini 100th Sessions �" Henry Has Company' Available Now

The Henry Mancini family continues to celebrate what would have been the late legendary composer’s 100th birthday with the release of Henry Mancini’s The Henry Mancini 100th Sessions – Henry Has Company. The album comprises seven tracks and features guest appearances from John Williams, Herbie Hancock, Arturo Sandoval, Quincy Jones, Lizzo, Sir James Galway, Michael Bublé with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and more. Listen to it now!

Mavis Staples Shares Prince-Inspired New Song 'Worthy'

A legendary performer who will turn 85 next month on July 10, Mavis Staples continues to be a tour-de-force in music and a voice for the voiceless in today’s divided society. Well known for her work in the gospel and Americana space, Staples is also an R&B icon who famously worked with the one and only Prince in his 80’s heyday. Reminiscent of those records, she is sharing the new song “Worthy.” Listen to it now!

Meshell Ndgeocello Releases New Single 'Love' From 'No More Water: The Gospel of James Baldwin'

Meshell Ndegeocello has released the inspiriting new single “Love,” the second song to be revealed from her forthcoming Blue Note album No More Water: The Gospel Of James Baldwin, a striking homage to the eminent writer and activist James Baldwin to be released Aug. 2 on his Centennial. Listen to the song now!

Listen: Henry Mancini's 'Pink Panther' Featuring Lizzo and Sir James Galway Available Now

The Henry Mancini family continues to celebrate what would have been the late legendary composer’s 100th birthday with the release of Henry Mancini’s “Pink Panther” featuring Lizzo and Sir James Galway, out now. “Pink Panther” follows “Peter Gunn” featuring Quincy Jones, John Williams, Herbie Hancock, and Arturo Sandoval as the second single from the forthcoming album The Henry Mancini 100th Sessions. Listen to the single!