Taking a closer look at the issue of diversity in Western orchestras and some of its proposed solutions.
Diversity and the Concert Hall
Remembering Maurice Peress
ArtsComment remembers the conductor and educator, who collaborated with the musical legends Leonard Bernstein and Duke Ellington, on what would have been his 88th birthday.
Interview with Jennifer Higdon
The Pulitzer Prize recipient and two-time Grammy Award-winning composer discusses her recent work, contemporary favorites, and the upcoming premiere of her Tuba Concerto.
Interview with Stephen Cone
The Chicago-based filmmaker talks about his recent film "Princess Cyd," actor collaborations, and what the future will bring for the writer/director as he steps out of indie obscurity and into the national spotlight.
Letter from the Editors
ArtsComment marks the end of 2017 with a letter of appreciation from the editors.
Interview with Charlotte Bray
The composer Charlotte Bray is one of the fastest-rising classical music stars in the United Kingdom. Here she talks admired contemporaries, the economy of new commissions, and some favorites among her work.
Interview with Christopher Rouse
The Pulitzer Prize-winner discusses some of his recent work, neglected musical favorites, and what’s next for the venerable composer.
It’s Time for Mars
Why it's time for America to stop dragging its feet and lead mankind on its greatest undertaking yet: the exploration of worlds beyond our own.
Unseen Beauty
Math as a subject does not hold up well in popular opinion. What do we miss by hardly giving it attention?
Interview with Adam Schoenberg
Recently named one of the most-performed living composers in the United States, Adam Schoenberg has been a steadily rising star in the classical music community. Here we discuss family, film music, and his first album release with the Kansas City Symphony.
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