In the News

The Los Angeles Times has nothing but praise for alumnus Jonathon Heyward (B.M. '14, cello), who stepped in as a substitute to conduct L.A. Phil's "Bernstein 100" anniversary concert with only two days to prepare.

Violist Mariya Ksondzyk (M.M. '19) is featured in Strings Magazine’s article on rising string stars on Instagram.

2017 Tanglewood Music Center Fellow Nathaniel Pasague Taylor (B.M. '15, G.P.D.' 17, P.S.C. '18, cello) takes The Berkshire Eagle through a day in the life of being a fellow at Boston Symphony Orchestra's prestigious summer academy.

Cathy Young appeared on New England Cable News (NECN) to discuss her appointment as executive director of Boston Conservatory at Berklee, how the merged institution represents the future of the performing arts, and what it means to be the first woman to lead the school.

In The Berkshire Eagle, President Richard Ortner discusses technology's role in reshaping performing arts training, and how the merger with Berklee provides new opportunities for students to thrive in this landscape.

The Boston Globe reports on the appointment of current Dean of Dance Cathy Young as executive director of Boston Conservatory at Berklee. 

Rhonda Rider, chair of strings, shares her thoughts on composer David Popper's notoriously difficult cello etudes.

Eleven students from Boston String Academy will perform with renowned conductor Gustavo Dudamel as part of the National Take a Stand Festival, a prestigious music camp hosted by the Los Angeles Philharmonic. Cofounded by Conservatory alumnae Marielisa Alvarez (G.P.D. '11, M.M. '09, violin), Mariesther Alvarez (G.P.D. '11, M.M. '09, violin), and Taide Prieto (G.P.D. '12, P.S.C. '13, cello), Boston String Academy provides music instruction to underserved children.

Award-winning actor Alan Cumming, who will emcee the Conservatory’s 150th Anniversary Gala on May 9, 2017, talks to the Boston Globe about the gala and his love for Boston.

Broadway World highlights the Conservatory's 150th Anniversary Gala on May 9, 2017, which will feature Alan Cumming as master of ceremonies.

Alumnus Byron Hogan (G.P.D. ’14, cello) will be a featured soloist with the Imperial Symphony Orchestra in Lakeland, Florida.

AfriClassical.com recognizes the Conservatory's long history of training African American performing artists, such as alumnus Jonathon Heyward (B.M. '14, cello).