Kleinhans New Seats a hit with music fans, James Fink, Business First
The verdict is in and music fans say the new seats at Kleinhans Music Hall are a welcome and long overdue addition.
Author: Keith Petrillo
The Return of Lang Lang, Jan Jezioro, Artvoice
It is a very safe bet that almost everyone would agree that the Chinese pianist Lang Lang is currently the one undisputed superstar in the classical musical firmament.
BPO’s new concertmaster comes from Toronto, via Finland, Mary Kunz Goldman, Buffalo News
For the last year, the orchestra has been welcoming guest concertmasters. And they have finally named Ludwig’s successor. He is Dennis Kim, a violinist with a cosmopolitan background.
Paul Ferington will conduct his final concert with the BPO tomorrow, Virginia Kropf, Batavia Daily News
A man hailed as an incredible advocate for the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra is stepping down after 30 years as conductor.
July 3rd to be Ferington’s last concert, bisons.com
You could say that because Paul Ferington continually came through with one amazing performance after another on the big stage, he may just be as recognizable by fans as any retired Bisons player.
JoAnn Falletta signs six-year extension with BPO, Jim Fink, Buffalo Business First
In an impressive line past conductors including the likes of Lukas Foss and Michael Tilson Thomas, Falletta ranks as its most prominent and respected leader both locally and internationally.
BPO music director JoAnn Falletta extends her contract before it’s even up, Mary Kunz Goldman, Buffalo News
“I’ve enjoyed every place I conducted. But there’s a rightness about this place. Yes, we can make good things happen here. And what can be more deeply satisfying than that?