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  • Robert Kahn (’22) Appointed Assistant Conductor of Chicago Symphony Orchestra

    The conducting alum will assume the role for the 2026–27 season.

    Robert Kahn
  • Curtis Symphony Orchestra Presents “Yannick Leads Mahler & Dawson” on March 26 at Marian Anderson Hall, Kimmel Center

    Grammy Award-winning conductor Yannick Nézet-Séguin leads the Curtis Symphony Orchestra in a poignant program featuring orchestral songs by Gustav and Alma Mahler, Wagner’s "Rienzi Overture," and Dawson’s groundbreaking "Negro Folk Symphony."

    Yannick leads Mahler & Dawson.
  • Jennifer Higdon on Performer-Centered Music and Authentic Communication

    In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re spotlighting Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Jennifer Higdon, whose contributions to classical music continue to inspire women across the field.

    Composer Jennifer Higdon.
  • Elizabeth Fayette (Violin '11) Named First Associate Concertmaster of The Cleveland Orchestra

    The violin alumna will assume the position in May 2026.

    Elizabeth Fayette (Violin '11)
  • Paavo Järvi Appointed Chief Conductor and Artistic Advisor of the London Philharmonic Orchestra

    The Grammy Award-winning conductor and alum will assume the role at the start of the 2028–29 season.

  • Curtis Opera Theatre and Curtis New Music Ensemble Present La Passion de Simone (Photo Roundup)

    Experience the magic of Curtis Opera Theatre's Feb. 26 & 28 production of Saariaho's powerful opera-oratorio.