Tag: James Levine
'Metropolitan Opera's James Levine Forced to Retire After Season for Medical Reasons
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'Kaija Saariaho First Woman in a Century to Premiere Piece with Metropolitan Opera
The Metropolitan Opera's 2016-17 season will prove to be a testament to the progress of women in the field. Finnish composer, Kaija Saariaho, and her heralded composition, "L'Amour de Loin," will be featured during the season, which marks a milestone victory as the piece is the first from a woman in over a century. -
'Despite Medication Change, James Levine's Met Opera Tenure Still Uncertain
The Metropolitan Opera's beloved conductor, James Levine, has had a tumultuous battle with Parkinson's Disease, which has hindered his abilities to continue with the company. With tenure of four decades, and despite doctors claiming a change in medication could help curb his symptoms, Levine's future with the orchestra remains uncertain.