Boston Symphony Orchestra conductor Andris Nelsons was let go without much input from the musicians of the orchestra, many of whom loved him.

Parton, who died at 80 on Tuesday, had charm, depth, beauty, wit and radiant goodness. She was also a songwriter whose work told the story not just of country music but of the country itself.

The Oscar-winning actor known for his intense on-screen performances talks about his first love — music — and collaborating with conductor on Life is a Dream.

The American mezzo-soprano died of cancer in 2006 at the age of 52. Her recordings are still being reissued. The latest is a beautifully remastered version of an album called Handel Arias.

This year, thanks to a new Florida law, high school students can now satisfy both their arts and physical education credits if they're in marching band for two years. WLRN reporters went to Charles W. Flanagan High School in Pembroke Pines to watch students spend long summer days practicing to perform at a high level.

Pianist Jon Batiste has been busy. He's offering three new albums at once: one tribute to Mozart and two tributes to Thelonious Monk.

The New York-based string quartet's new album Rhythm Nation teems with beats ranging from West Africa and Venezuela to jazz standards and Janet Jackson.

With performances at Branscomb Auditorium and the AGB, the 2026-2027 LSO season will honor traditions and engage Polk County youth.

"Legacy, Motown & More" is an energetic revue that delivers tight harmonies, charismatic showmanship and fresh takes on old favorites by such legendary acts as The Jackson 5, Stevie Wonder, Earth, Wind & Fire, The Four Seasons and The Temptations. Florida Studio Theatre Executive Director Rebecca Hopkins promises a good time for all.

A new gallery show in London features the paintings of Marc Padeu, playing with themes from Renaissance art and bringing them to his homeland of Cameroon.