Louis P. Ciminelli, the chairman of the BPO’s board of directors, is turning 60. And he is celebrating his milestone birthday in a big way – by giving the BPO a million dollars.
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.
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.
A man hailed as an incredible advocate for the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra is stepping down after 30 years as conductor.
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.
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.
“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?
