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Omar Surillo combines memories of his childhood in Puerto Rico with the musical influence of Olivier Messiaen.

While Russian artists and institutions grapple with how they are viewed internationally, American cultural organizations make what amounts to foreign policy decisions.

Star performers at the famed New York opera house, including soprano Anna Netrebko and conductor Valery Gergiev, have been closely associated with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

On her new album, the opera star suggests Mother Nature has a lot to teach us, if we'd only listen.

A look back to when music didn't just accompany the Olympics, but was itself an Olympic event.

The king of ragtime published his hit tune 120 years ago. Pianist Lara Downes believes the piece helped shape the future of American music.

Every spring, the faithful plodding of a familiar tune can be heard in commencement venues across the country, but its composer didn't always enjoy such a hallowed reputation.

Opera Ebony was formed when opportunities for Black singers were few and far between. The company celebrates its 50th anniversary this year, but may not survive its 81-year-old founder.

Gathering music, new and old, from around the world, the thoughtful pianist finds the core of humanity amid the chaos.