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Congratulations to Ray Chen on signing a record deal with Decca Classics.

Congratulations to Ray Chen on signing a record deal with Decca Classics.

Excerpt from Decca Classics Press Release

Ray Chen, the outstanding young violinist, has signed to Decca Classics in a major new recording deal and multimedia partnership which celebrates his exceptional musicianship and unique style.

The critically-acclaimed performer, who’s amassed a huge online following (including more than 2 million fans on SoundCloud) through quirky, self-made videos and engaging social media posts, will be embarking on a new recording series with the legendary classical label, entering the studio later this year.

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Watch Lang Lang's interview on Atención Obras

Watch Lang Lang's interview on Atención Obras

Watch Lang Lang's interview on Atención Obras in Spain.  He addresses social media, reaching the youth and his love and excitement for playing the piano.

Interview frame from 52:50 - 54:58 of the video.

WATCH HERE (A la carta -  Televisión y Radio)

Pianist Lang Lang leads six Chinese participate in Rio Olympics torch relay

Pianist Lang Lang leads six Chinese participate in Rio Olympics torch relay

Thursday, 30 June, the Rio Olympics torch relay continues its journey across Brazilian Parana state. The distance covered, including transits, 170 km and some 140 torchbearers. Foz do Iguaçu is the last town on the Olympic Flame' s route today.

Invited by the Coca-Cola sponsorship, six torchbearers including Lang Lang and actress Jiang Yiyan lit the passion of local people. As No. 75 torchbearer, Lang Lang was welcomed by both warm Brazilians and Chinese. Numerous people accompanied him during his 200-meter torch relay journey.

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JUAN DIEGO FLÓREZ SIGNS TO SONY CLASSICAL

JUAN DIEGO FLÓREZ SIGNS TO  SONY CLASSICAL

Juan Diego Flórez, one of today’s most prominent stars of the opera and concert stage has just signed a long-term exclusive contract with Sony Classical.

He has been recognized as one of the best tenors in history by the BBC and has received numerous accolades and awards including Peru’s highest distinction, the Gran Cruz de la Orden del Sol and Austrian’s government title of Kammersänger. 

His first album for Sony Classical will be released in fall 2017. 

For the full Sony Classical Press release, CLICK HERE.

Photo Credit: Kristin Hoebermann

Pablo Villegas plays in historic tribute concert to Placido Domingo

Pablo Villegas plays in historic tribute concert to Placido Domingo

On June 29, 2016 Pablo will play in the historic event of “Plácido en el Alma” (Plácido in the soul), a tribute concert to the great and beloved Plácido Domingo at the Santiago Bernabeu stadium in Madrid, Spain.

This will be a celebration of this remarkable artist’s 75th birthday. On account of this special occasion and in recognition of his extraordinary career, key figures in the music, in the sports along with thousands of people come together in this unique event which profits will go to 38 sport schools of Real Madrid’s Foundation in Mexico.

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Juan Diego Flórez is giving disadvantaged children a bright future through the power of music.

Juan Diego Flórez is giving disadvantaged children a bright future through the power of music.

Juan Diego Flórez is giving disadvantaged children a bright future through the power of music.

Inspired by Venezuelan music network “El Sistema” the operatic tenor has created music schools throughout his home country Peru allowing thousands of children from low-income families to play an instrument or to sing in a choir.

Read the full article from euronews

Lang Lang has recorded a new rendition of Oscar-nominated composer Ennio Morricone’s original score for The Hateful Eight.

Lang Lang has recorded a new rendition of Oscar-nominated composer Ennio Morricone’s original score for The Hateful Eight.

In the run-up to the Academy Awards on Feb. 28, world-renowned concert pianist Lang Lang has recorded a new rendition of Oscar-nominated composer Ennio Morricone’s original score for The Hateful Eight.

Read the full article from The Hollywood Reporter

 

Review: Cameron Carpenter and his International Touring Organ captivated Centennial

Review: Cameron Carpenter and his International Touring Organ captivated Centennial

Organist Cameron Carpenter performed at Centennial Hall last night, dazzling the crowd with his music and glorious mohawk. Carpenter challenges the stereotypes of organists and classical music, and has a

Read the full review at The Daily Wildcat

 

Long Yu “impeccable” in Dallas Symphony debut with Kirill Gerstein

Long Yu “impeccable” in Dallas Symphony debut with Kirill Gerstein

A combination of powerhouse performers took the stage at the Myerson Symphony Center Thursday evening to play some famous showpieces. Chinese conductor Long Yu put the orchestra to work as he tackled Ravel’s Technicolor orchestration of Mussorgsky’s. Then, Russian-born pianist Kirill Gerstein, known for his magnificent technique and explosive performances, shook the rafters with Rachmaninoff’s massive Piano Concerto No. 3.

Read the full article at Star-Telegram.com