Reviews/BPO in the News
BPO season opens with Russian flair
by Mary Kunz Goldman
JoAnn Falletta enters ‘joyful’ 25th season leading Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra
by Justin McMullen, WIVB
Scott Bieler and JoAnn Falletta selected for WNY Business Hall of Fame
by Donna Collins, Buffalo Business First
Elfman: Violin Concerto / Hailstork: Piano Concerto No. 1 (Lintgen)
by Arthur Lintgen, Fanfare
Elfman: Violin Concerto / Hailstork: Piano Concerto No. 1 (Fogel)
by Henry Fogel, Fanfare
Scriabin: The Poem of Ecstasy, Symphony No. 2
by Raymond Tuttle, Fanfare
Almost 200 on stage end BPO season with a BANG!
By Peter Hall, Buffalo Rising
Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue
By Peter Hall, Buffalo Rising
Scriabin Review | The WholeNote (Toronto)
By Max Christie, The WholeNote, Volume 28, Issue 6, pg. 62 (Summer 2023)
5 Classical Music Albums You Can Listen to Right Now
By Seth Colter Walls, The New York Times
Summer preview: The comprehensive guide to Artpark & Company’s 2023 season
By Joshua Maloni, Niagara Frontier Publications
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra bringing its music to a neighborhood near you this summer
By Anthony Reyes, WKBW
BPO concert hits right notes for May 14 Memorial weekend
By Peter Hall, Buffalo Rising
Two extraordinary shows, DIDO at UUCB, Brahms and more at KMH
By Peter Hall, Buffalo Rising
Basses at the double: José Lezcano’s Concierto Hispanoamericano premieres in Buffalo
by Phillip Nones, Bachtrack
BPO Classical Jazz
By Jan Jezioro, Buffalo Spree
BPO commissions new double bass work
By Jan Jezioro, Buffalo Spree
Mozart’s THE MAGIC FLUTE should appeal to fans of musicals, one performance left.
By Peter Hall, Buffalo Rising
Scriabin: Symphony No. 2; The Poem of Ecstasy
By Malcolm Hayes, BBC Music Magazine
Never say “never!” You might like these operas, most sung in English.
By Peter Hall, Buffalo Rising
Exciting things are happening at the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra
By Charles Skowronski, Buffalo Rising
Diocese to close 175th anniversary celebration with free BPO concert
By Michael Mroziak, Western New York Catholic
The BPO Brass & Friends @ Seneca One
By Newell Nussbaumer (queenseyes), Buffalo Rising
JoAnn Falletta co-hosts AM Buffalo
JoAnn Falletta guest co-hosts WKBW’s AM Buffalo with Mercedes Wilson
BPO ushers in spring with dance, Bruckner and Mozart
By Philip Nyhuis, Buffalo Spree
Scriabin Review | March Short Fuses — Materia Critica
By Jonathan Blumhofer, The Arts Fuse
What Gets the Pros Riled Up About Tár?
By Lisa Hirsch, San Francisco Classical Voice
Shakespeare’s TEMPEST, enhanced by Sibelius’s music, once in a lifetime, only two shows left
By Peter Hall, Buffalo Rising
Mozart’s road trip ends gloriously in Buffalo with BPO this weekend
By Peter Hall, Buffalo Rising
BPO announces 2023-24 season of Classics and Pops programming
By Jeff Miers, The Buffalo News
WNY soloist to perform with BPO after beating cancer… twice
By Kelsey Anderson, WIVB
BPO amplifies commitment to diversity, inclusion, community engagement in 2023
By Jeff Miers, The Buffalo News
Joyous sounds of the season fill Kleinhans during BPO Holiday Pops concert
By Melinda Miller, The Buffalo News
Insightful Elgar from Asier Polo, JoAnn Falletta and the Buffalo Philharmonic
By Phillip Nones, Bachtrack
Press Releases
BPO Single tickets on sale Saturday, July 15
Concerts for all ages and musical tastes make up the season, JoAnn Falletta’s 25th as Music Director
BPO summer series brings live music to neighborhoods across Western NY
From the new AKG Great Lawn to Newstead’s Bicentennial Celebration to the Johnnie B. Wiley Sports Pavilion, the orchestra travels… Read more »
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra Hires Jonathan Parrish as Vice President, Artistic & Orchestra Operations
The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra is pleased to announce Jonathan Parrish as their new Vice President, Artistic & Orchestra Operations, effective March 1.… Read more »
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra & JoAnn Falletta Announce 2023-24 Season
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra & JoAnn Falletta Announce 23-24 Season New Season Pays Homage to the Diverse Musical Tastes of Western... Read more »
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra Welcomes New Vice President, Marketing & Communications
After a thorough nationwide search, the BPO is pleased to welcome Travis Estes as their new Vice President, Marketing &... Read more »
Announcing the BPO’s 2022-2023 Concert Season!
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra’s 2022-2023 season features star performances, collaborations, commissions and diverse musical experiences Superstar violinist Midori, Empress of Soul... Read more »
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra announces new Conductor Diversity Fellow beginning September 2022
As part of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra’s ongoing commitment to fostering increased diversity, equity and inclusion within the orchestral field,… Read more »
BPO announces special additions to 2021-2022 concert season
Buffalo Philharmonic announces special additions to 2021-2022 concert season including Elf in Concert, Star Wars: A New Hope in Concert,… Read more »
BPO and Red Cross to present 20th anniversary September 11 tribute at Kleinhans Music Hall
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra in collaboration with Western New York Families of September 11 and American Red Cross WNY Chapter honors... Read more »
BPO President & Executive Director Daniel Hart joins international League of American Orchestras Board of Directors
BPO President & Executive Director Daniel Hart joins international League of American Orchestras Board of Directors Today, the League of... Read more »
Announcing the 2021-2022 BPO Rocks Series!
Stewart Copeland: Police Deranged for Orchestra and tributes to David Bowie and Def Leppard highlight the 2021-2022 BPO Rocks series... Read more »
Announcing the BPO’s 2021 Summer Concert Season!
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra’s 2021 summer concert season brings live music to communities throughout Western New York Summer highlights include a... Read more »
Announcing the BPO’s 2021-2022 Concert Season!
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra’s 2021-2022 season welcomes patrons back to Kleinhans Music Hall Re-engagements by celebrated soprano Renée Fleming, master trumpeter... Read more »
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra and Chorus win big at 63rd GRAMMY Awards
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra and Chorus win big at 63rd GRAMMY Awards BPO and BPC join composer Richard Danielpour and UCLA... Read more »
BPOnDemand video-streamed performance series continues through March 2021
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra extends its virtual programming this winter season Popular BPOnDemand video-streamed performance series continues through March 2021... Read more »
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra receives 3 nominations for the 63rd GRAMMY Awards
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra receives 3 nominations for the 63rd GRAMMY Awards BPO joins composer Richard Danielpour and choral collaborators Buffalo... Read more »
PRESS RELEASE: BPO presents FREE September Sessions video performance mini-fest
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Patrick O'Herron, Director of Marketing, poherron@bpo.org WEBSITE: www.bpo.org FACEBOOK: Buffalo... Read more »New Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra recording features works custom-made for the Nickel City
BUFFALO, NY — The follow-up to 2015’s ultra-popular “Built For Buffalo” recording is here. “Built For Buffalo 2” is now… Read more »
Announcing the 2018-19 Kurt Weill Festival
Announcing the 2018-19 Kurt Weill Festival A collaboration of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra and the University at Buffalo College of… Read more »
BPO names names Jaman Edward Dunn as first-ever appointee to new Community Engagement conducting position
BUFFALO, NY – Jaman Edward Dunn will become the first-ever Assistant Conductor, Community Engagement of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, starting… Read more »
Bokyung Byun becomes first female winner of JoAnn Falletta International Guitar Concerto Competition
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Following tonight’s final round performance with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, Bokyung Byun of South Korea won first… Read more »
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra announces its 2018-2019 season
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra announces its 2018-2019 season and your connection to the world’s music BUFFALO, NY – The Buffalo… Read more »
Buffalo Philharmonic seeks to raise $30,000 in 30 days for first international tour in 30 years
Buffalo Philharmonic seeks to raise $30,000 in 30 days for first international tour in 30 years BUFFALO, NY – With… Read more »
From a beatboxing flutist to the Poland tour send-off, a busy six weeks of music at the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra
From a beatboxing flutist to the Poland tour send-off, a busy six weeks of music at the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra… Read more »
West Side Connection week features community and school events
West Side Connection week features community and school events BUFFALO, NY – The BPO’s award-winning West Side Connection education program… Read more »
BPO chamber orchestra to perform in area churches
Buffalo Philharmonic to perform chamber concerts in area churches January 10, 2018 For Immediate Release Contact:Kate Jenkins Communications Coordinator Buffalo… Read more »
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra announces “Buffalo Sings Champion” contest
BUFFALO, NY – The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra is looking for Buffalo’s top vocal talent. The winner will perform “Over the… Read more »
BPO Announces Staff Promotion
Buffalo, NY – Daniel Hart, Executive Director of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, today announced the promotion of Jennifer Barbee to… Read more »
Buffalo Philharmonic celebrates the holiday season with Irish Tenors, Polar Express, classical treasures and a visit from Santa
The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra is gearing up for another busy holiday season, with four chances to experience the joy and… Read more »
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra Invited to Perform at the Prestigious Ludwig van Beethoven Easter Festival in Warsaw
BUFFALO, NY – JoAnn Falletta is taking the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra to Poland in March to perform in four different… Read more »
Buffalo Philharmonic celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with church performances, Mambo Kings concert
BUFFALO, NY – It’s Hispanic Heritage Month and the BPO is celebrating. BPO violist Janz Castelo is leading a string… Read more »
John Yurtchuk to purchase and donate historic Clement Residence to the BPO
The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra and the American Red Cross, Western New York Chapter, announced that local developer and philanthropist John… Read more »
At annual meeting, Buffalo Philharmonic announces balanced budget, touts record-breaking season, honors partners, names new trustees and officers
BUFFALO, NY – On Sept. 12, Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra Society, Inc. stakeholders gathered at Kleinhans Music Hall for its annual… Read more »
Buffalo Philharmonic starts season with glamour and panache
BUFFALO, NY – The Buffalo Philharmonic’s 2017-18 season celebrates American ingenuity while honoring the European roots of the classical tradition.… Read more »
For the first time in decades, the International Conference of Symphony and Opera Musicians meets in Buffalo
For Immediate Release Contact:Kate Jenkins Communications Coordinator Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra 716-242-7819 kmockler@bpo.org BUFFALO, NY – When the International Conference of… Read more »
Tickets for all Buffalo Philharmonic concerts on sale Aug. 12
BUFFALO, NY – Disney’s Fantasia Live in Concert, the BPO debut of Traffic’s Dave Mason, and the chance to experience… Read more »
Comedy legend Bill Murray & cellist Jan Vogler bring collaboration to Kleinhans
Tickets on sale June 9, 10 AM BUFFALO, NY – Bill Murray’s fans know to expect the unexpected from… Read more »
Dates Announced for the 2018 JoAnn Falletta International Guitar Concerto Competition
Dates Announced for the 2018 JoAnn Falletta International Guitar Concerto Competition Joanne Castellani and Michael Andriaccio, Artistic Directors International talents… Read more »
Buffalo Philharmonic announces jam-packed summer season
For Immediate Release Contact:Kate Jenkins Communications Coordinator Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra 716-242-7819 kmockler@bpo.org BUFFALO, NY – The BPO’s summer schedule features… Read more »
The Richardson Olmsted Campus & the BPO present enLIGHTen Fri. July 28, 9 PM
The Richardson Olmsted Campus and the Buffalo Philharmonic present enLIGHTen Iconic architecture. Stunning visuals. Inspiring LIVE music. Fri. July 28,… Read more »
Buffalo Philharmonic’s 2017-18 season celebrates the power of music around the world and our American musical heritage
BUFFALO, NY – The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra’s 2017-18 season will feature a celebration of America’s musical heritage to coincide with… Read more »
Buffalo Philharmonic string quartet celebrate Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday and legacy: Quartet to visit four East Side churches in two weeks
BUFFALO, NY – Four members of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra will perform during services in several East Side churches in… Read more »
Buffalo Philharmonic Chamber Orchestra performs two January concerts under baton of Dennis Kim East Aurora, Clarence churches to host Bach and Vivaldi concerts
BUFFALO, NY – Two Western New York communities will get the chance to hear the BPO in their own backyards… Read more »
Eminent Polish conductor/composer to lead Buffalo Philharmonic: Krzysztof Penderecki to guest-conduct Dec. 3 and 4
BUFFALO, NY – Poland’s most eminent classical music figure is coming to Buffalo. Krzysztof Penderecki will guest-conduct the Buffalo Philharmonic… Read more »
Veterans Day is Friday: please be our guest at the BPO!
BUFFALO, NY – The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra is offering veterans and active military a chance to enjoy some free music… Read more »
Buffalo Philharmonic to present world premiere work at Canisius College: “Vox Humana” addresses global refugee crisis
Buffalo Philharmonic to present world premiere work at Canisius College “Vox Humana” addresses global refugee crisis For Immediate Release Contact:Kate… Read more »
Buffalo Philharmonic Youth Concerts to blend music and visual arts; Concerts kick off Oct. 19 and 20
BUFFALO, NY – An artistic partnership between Verve Dance Studios and the Buffalo Philharmonic continues to bear fruit. The dance… Read more »
Elderwood becomes presenting sponsor of BPO’s Coffee Concert series
BUFFALO, NY – Another Western New York company has joined forces with the Buffalo Philharmonic to provide support for music… Read more »
BPO reports balanced budget for sixth year in a row; elects new Trustees and Chair
BUFFALO, NY – At the annual meeting of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra Society Inc. held on Sept. 27 the orchestra… Read more »
Buffalo Philharmonic to donate 5 percent of U2 Symphony Experience ticket sales to Red Cross; Funds to aid local disaster victims
BUFFALO, NY – The spirit of Bono will be felt strongly at Kleinhans on Oct. 21. The U2 frontman’s music… Read more »
Buffalo Philharmonic celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with free concert
BUFFALO, NY – Classical music meets the music of Spain and Latin America at the BPO on Oct. 9. The… Read more »
Landmark contract settlement for BPO musicians reached
BUFFALO, NY — The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra Society, Inc. and American Federation of Musicians Local 92, representing the musicians of… Read more »
Buffalo Philharmonic delivers toys to Women & Children’s Hospital; Toy collection part of ongoing Healing Arts initiative
BUFFALO, NY – The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra is providing cheer for the young patients at Women & Children’s Hospital of… Read more »
Stefan Sanders signs three-year contract extension, gets promoted to Resident Conductor
BUFFALO, NY – Stefan Sanders will be with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra for another three years. Sanders won the job… Read more »
Buffalo Philharmonic to begin season with new Director of Orchestra and Hall Operations
BUFFALO, NY — Alison Bolton has joined the staff of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra as Director of Orchestra and Hall… Read more »
New musicians to join Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra
BUFFALO, NY – When the BPO’s new season begins on Sept. 17, there will be several new faces onstage. The… Read more »
Sold-out Buffalo Philharmonic concert celebrates diversity and community partnership
BUFFALO, NY – Friday’s Donor and Subscriber Appreciation Concert continues a longstanding tradition, but with several twists. The Buffalo Philharmonic… Read more »
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra Creates Diversity Council, Signs Mayor Byron Brown’s Opportunity Pledge
For Immediate Release Contact:Kate Jenkins Communications Coordinator Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra 716-242-7819 kmockler@bpo.org Buffalo, NY — The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra… Read more »
KeyBank to sponsor Buffalo Philharmonic Pops Series
Buffalo, NY — KeyBank is the latest corporation to increase their support of Buffalo’s internationally acclaimed orchestra. The Buffalo Philharmonic… Read more »
Spotlight on rock visionaries in 2016-17 BPO Rocks series
BUFFALO, NY -Your Buffalo Philharmonic rocks in the 2016-17 season, celebrating the music of five highly-regarded rock visionaries, each… Read more »
Guitarist from Russia sweeps all prizes in 2016 JoAnn Falletta International Guitar Concerto Competition
Anton Baranov winner of international event organized by the Buffalo Philharmonic and WNED | WBFO BUFFALO,… Read more »
Finalists announced in the 2016 JoAnn Falletta International Guitar Concerto Competition
BUFFALO, NY – After two nights of semi-finals, the judges of the 2016 JoAnn Falletta International Guitar Concerto Competition have… Read more »
M&T Bank’s $500,000 Gift Leads New Push for the Crescendo Campaign Continues the bank’s long history of support for the BPO
Buffalo, New York — The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra’s Crescendo Campaign is taking the next step to up the tempo in… Read more »
Announcing the Buffalo Philharmonic’s Summer Schedule
This summer, the Buffalo Philharmonic will perform at 11 of Western New York’s most iconic parks and venues. The summer… Read more »
Semi-finalists selected in 2016 JoAnn Falletta International Guitar Concerto Competition
BUFFALO, NY — Eight semi-finalists have been selected from a global pool of applicants to come to Buffalo… Read more »
Teachers, students and benefactors honored at BPO’s annual Celebration of Music Education
BUFFALO, NY — Saturday, May 14 will mark the annual Celebration of Music Education at Kleinhans Music Hall, presented by… Read more »
JoAnn Falletta Elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences
JoAnn Falletta, Music Director of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra and the Virginia Symphony, has been elected to the American… Read more »
Sixteen Jazz Composers’ Works to be Performed by Three Orchestras
Between May and September 2016, three different orchestras will give public readings of new works for symphony orchestra written by… Read more »
Announcing the 2016-2017 Pops Series
The 2016-17 Bank of America Pops Series offers the electricity of Broadway and hits from the 60s, 70s, and 80s in a seaosn hand-crafted by our new Principal Pops Conductor, John Morris Russell.
Ekachai Jearakul brings guitar recital to Kleinhans
Thai guitarist Ekachai Jearakul will perform a solo recital at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 22 at Kleinhans Music Hall. Jearakul is a two-time finalist at the JoAnn Falletta Guitar Competition.
BPO partners with The Catholic Diocese of Buffalo to bring music to Catholic school students
Students from 17 Catholic schools will attend the BPO’s Feb. 3 Music For Youth program, in a special event called Catholic Schools Day at the BPO.
“Stars of the Guitar” and “Classics for Kids” now available on Beau Fleuve label
The Buffalo Philharmonic’s newest discs highlight two of the orchestra’s most important endeavors: its outreach to children, and its commitment to advancing young classical guitarists
Buffalo Philharmonic honors WNY veterans with concert at Riviera Theatre
The BPO gives back to veterans, their families, and the community with a free concert at the Riviera Theatre, made possible by the generosity of restauranteur and philanthropist Russell J. Salvatore.
Announcing BPO Kids for Exceptional Kids
The goal of the BPO Kids for Exceptional Kids program is to make the concerts more accessible and comfortable to all children, specifically those with ASDs who face unique challenges.
Know the Score series kicks off with three-day exploration of Aaron Copland’s life, influences
The Buffalo Philharmonic is taking a deeper look at Aaron Copland’s life and legacy this fall.
Crescendo Campaign announced at BPO opening night
The campaign aims to raise $30 million, which will push the endowment past the $50 million mark, address current operational needs and secure new planned gift commitments.
Buffalo Philharmonic Season Begins Sept. 16
The BPO begins its 2015-16 season on Sept. 16. The season celebrates the 75th anniversary of Kleinhans Music Hall.
Buffalo Philharmonic concert tickets on sale August 8
Tickets range from $29-$83 and are available by visiting bpo.org, calling (716) 885-5000, or visiting the BPO Box Office at Kleinhans Music Hall, 3 Symphony Circle, Buffalo.
Buffalo Philharmonic seeks to raise $75,000 in 75 days
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra Society Inc. board member Anthony Cassetta has committed to donate $75,000 to the BPO if a matching amount can be raised from the community.
Buffalo Philharmonic’s “Soundwave” brings The Albrights, reunited Babik to Kleinhans
On Thursday, Sept. 24, the Buffalo Philharmonic will present “Soundwave,” featuring Buffalo bands The Albrights and Babik and works by contemporary rock-inspired composers.
JoAnn Falletta to remain at BPO through 2021
Falletta, already the longest-tenured Music Director in the BPO’s history, received a contract extension that was formally announced on May 30.
SUNY system confers Medallion of Distinction upon JoAnn Falletta
JoAnn Falletta, Buffalo Philharmonic Music Director, will become the fourth recipient of the statewide SUNY Distinguished Academy’s Medallion of Distinction.
2015-16 BPO Rocks series features disco party, tributes to Elton John, Journey
Your Buffalo Philharmonic rocks in the 2015-16 season with classic hits of the 60s, 70s, and 80s re-interpreted with a full orchestra. The five-show BPO Rocks Series is presented by Key Private Bank.
BPO, Buffalo Public Schools win Yale School of Music award for West Side Connection program
West Side Connection, a partnership between the BPO and the Buffalo Public Schools located in the orchestra’s neighborhood, has earned a Yale Distinguished Music Educator Award.
Dates Announced for the 2016 JoAnn Falletta International Guitar Concerto Competition
The semifinals will take place in the WNED Studios in downtown Buffalo on June 8 and 9, with the finals being held at Kleinhans Music Hall on June 11.
Military personnel to be guests of honor at BPO’s Patriotic Pops concert
Active duty personnel and veterans are invited to attend the BPO’s Patriotic Pops concert free of charge. In addition, their families attending this concert with them can receive a 20 percent discount.
Buffalo Philharmonic visits Artpark, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Old Fort Niagara, Canalside and more in busy summer season
The BPO is planning a summer season that sees them travel to 12 Western New York venues and perform 14 concerts in a month’s time.
Celebration of Music Education held at Kleinhans honors leaders in the field
Saturday, April 25 will mark the annual Celebration of Music Education at Kleinhans Music Hall. At the beginning of the concert, honorees will be recognized before the BPO audience.
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra names John Morris Russell as Principal Pops Conductor
After a national search that brought many dynamic candidates to the Kleinhans stage, the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra has selected John Morris Russell as its new Principal Pops Conductor.
Buffalo Philharmonic presents Link Up program to four area schools
Students from four area schools have been working all year to participate in Link Up.
Buffalo Philharmonic leads Western New York cultural institutions in celebration of composer Charles Ives
For one week in April, American composer Charles Ives will be everywhere in Western New York.
Buffalo Philharmonic celebrates Beethoven with music, film, lectures and collaboration with Road Less Traveled Productions
For Immediate Release Contact: Kate Jenkins Communications Coordinator Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra 716-242-7819 kmockler@bpo.org BUFFALO, NY – In March, the BPO… Read more »
Lang Lang, Andre Watts, Chris Botti and Pink Martini among guest artists in Buffalo Philharmonic’s 2015-16 Season
The BPO’s 2015-16 Season celebrates the 75th anniversary of Kleinhans Music Hall, with major guest artists such as Lang Lang and Chris Botti and works showcasing the hall’s exquisite acoustics.
BPO announces balanced budget, strong ticket sales in 2013-14 season
The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra achieved a balanced budget for its 2013-14 season. The orchestra’s $11.3 million in revenue matched its expenses, with 84 percent of its revenue going towards the orchestra.
Tablescapes 2015 benefits Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra
The Buffalo Philharmonic will host its biennial Tablescapes fundraiser at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 29, at Salvatore’s Italian Gardens, 6461 Transit Road at Genesee Street.
Kleinhans Music Hall Announces Major Grants for Revitalization Campaign
The renovation will include the installation of hand rails in the balcony, and the creation of a wheelchair seating area on the main floor. The balcony aisles will be wider.
New CD celebrates recent works commissioned by the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra
Classical music can now be added to the long and storied list of things built in Buffalo.
BPO for the Holidays
The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra is offering four chances to experience the joy of music and magic of the holidays with exciting, high-quality performances infused with the spirit of the season.
The Rite of Spring Performance Postponed
The performance of “The Rite of Spring” featuring the Richmond Ballet and Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra scheduled for Friday, November 21, 2014 has been postponed.
Buffalo Philharmonic to present $15,000 to the John R. Oishei Children’s Hospital
Buffalo Philharmonic to present $15,000 to the John R. Oishei Children’s Hospital BUFFALO, NY -The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra… Read more »
Leading violinist to share knowledge with Western New York youth
When violinist Tai Murray comes to town during the week of Nov. 10, she will not only entertain, but will educate through her masterclass at Kleinhans and her “Success Looks Like Me” presentation at BAVPA.
Neglia Ballet’s acclaimed ‘The Nutcracker’ with the BPO live at Shea’s Performing Arts Center
The BPO, Shea’s Performing Arts Center and Neglia Ballet Artists will collaborate for the sixth consecutive year to present Neglia’s ballet set to Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker.
BPO Salutes Veterans at the Historic North Park Theatre
Two of Buffalo’s cultural icons are joining forces to celebrate those who have served our country.
Buffalo Philharmonic names Linda Greene as new second flute
After a three-day audition process that included more than a hundred qualified candidates, the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra has selected Linda Greene as the new second flute.
BPO, Irish Classical Theater and LehrerDance collaborate on rare production of Moliere comedy ‘Le Bourgeois Gentilhomme’
Western New York’s leading cultural institutions are joining forces to make you laugh.
BPO resumes award-winning Music For Youth series
On Oct. 14, first-graders from the Buffalo Public Schools converge on Kleinhans for the BPO’s Music For Youth series, presented by First Niagara Bank, with additional support from National Fuel.
BPO hires Don Nelson as general manager
Mr. Nelson served as general manager of the Spokane Symphony for 14 years and general manager of the Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox for six years.
Leadership gift endows music director’s position
BPO Board of Trustees Chair Louis P. Ciminelli announced that the orchestra has received a leadership gift from Angelo and Carol Fatta.This gift will endow the Music Director’s position.
Alan Parsons Live Project to perform with BPO
For decades, Alan Parsons has earned a reputation as one of rock’s creative geniuses.Now, this phenomenal artist brings Alan Parsons Live Project to the Buffalo Philharmonic.
BPO begins new season
The BPO begins its 2014-15 season on Sept. 13, with a new Associate Conductor, many outstanding guest artists, and collaborations with leading cultural and educational institutions.
Ukrainian Guitarist sweeps Falletta Competition
Marko Topchii of Ukraine sweeps prizes in international event organized by WNED ǀ WBFO and the BPO
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra Earns ASCAP Award For Adventurous Programming
For the second year in a row, the Buffalo Philharmonic has been recognized for adventurous programming.
BPO announces summer season
BPO’s summer plans include Erie County Fair performance, three-concert series, benefit for new hospital.
BPO names associate conductor
Former BPO trombonist Stefan Sanders will move to the front of the orchestra in his new role as Associate Conductor.
Celebration of Music Education honors leaders in the field
Saturday, May 10, will mark the annual Celebration of Music Education at Kleinhans Music Hall, presented by the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra and sponsored by BOCES of Western New York.
Live broadcast brings the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra to Western New York classrooms
On March 12, students across Western New York will be able to experience a Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra Music For Youth concert from the comfort of their own classrooms.
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra shatters subscription sales record
Subscription sales for the 2013-14 season currently stand at $1.85 million, up 4 percent from the previous season’s figure of $1.78 million. The number of individual subscribers now totals 6,700.
Buffalo Philharmonic Announces 2014-15 season
Collaborations Highlight the Buffalo Philharmonic’s 2014-15 season. BPO to welcome Renée Fleming, Leon Botstein, Matthew Morrison, Ben Vereen
BPO musicians participate in benefit for children of Syria at Carnegie Hall
Nine months after their triumphant performance at Spring For Music, several members of the BPO return to the Carnegie Hall stage in “Shostakovich for the Children of Syria.”
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra announces balanced budget, increases in concert revenue and contributions for 2012-13
Highlights of the financial audit conducted by the accounting firm Lumsden and McCormick include:
Operating revenues of $11,070,000 versus expenses of $11,046,000, resulting in a $24,000 surplus.
Castellani Andriaccio Duo to brighten spirits at Roswell Park
Buffalo’s internationally acclaimed Castellani Andriaccio Guitar Duo is presenting a free performance at noon on Monday, Dec. 2 at the Roswell Park Cancer Institute atrium.
BPO For the Holidays
The BPO brings all of the sounds of the season to Western New Yorkers in three special concerts at Kleinhans Music Hall and lends its talents to WNY performances of The Nutcracker and Messiah.
BPO earns seventh place in international “favorite orchestra” poll
After a month of voting, the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra has earned seventh place in The World’s Favourite Orchestra poll, held… Read more »
Bernadette Peters, Yo-Yo Ma, Music of Queen usher in new Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra season
Bernadette Peters, Yo-Yo Ma, Music of Queen usher in new Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra season Buffalo, NY – After their much-lauded… Read more »