Press Releases

Here you’ll find a repository of press and news releases regarding major events and announcements at the Curtis Institute of Music.

Press Releases

Curtis Symphony Orchestra Presents “Ray Chen Plays Barber” December 13 at Marian Anderson Hall and December 15 at Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts

Teddy Abrams (’08) leads the Curtis Symphony Orchestra and superstar violinist Ray Chen (’10) in an all-American program.

Rosamunde String Quartet Joins Curtis Artist Management Roster

The acclaimed all-star ensemble joins the Curtis Artist Management roster for general management and worldwide representation.

Curtis Symphony Orchestra Presents “Dvořák & Price with Yannick” on November 22 at Marian Anderson Hall and November 24 at David Geffen Hall

Yannick Nézet-Séguin leads the Curtis Symphony Orchestra in performances of works by Samuel Coleridge-Taylor, Florence Price, and Antonín Dvořák.

News Releases

Interview with Teddy Abrams (Conducting ’08) in I Care If You Listen

The prolific composer, clarinetist, and conductor discusses his work as music director of the Louisville Orchetra, and the impact of Curtis.

Curtis Mourns the Passing of Violist Burton Fine (Violin ’48)

The Curtis community mourns the passing of alumna and renowned harpist Deborah Fleisher ('76), on Sunday, September 29, at age 70.

James Vaughen (’23) Joins Detroit Symphony Orchestra as Assistant Principal Trumpet

The prize-winning trumpeter and Curtis alumnus joins the Detroit Symphony Orchestra at the start of the 2024–25 season.