Myung-Whun Chung Becomes Musical Director of Teatro alla Scala

Celebrated South Korean conductor and pianist Myung-Whun Chung is selected as the musical director of Italy's historic opera house Teatro alla Scala, becoming the first Asian and second non-Italian to hold the position. Chung's impressive career includes conducting for prestigious orchestras worldwide and his efforts to reunify North and South Korea through music.

Esther Abrami's album Women featuring works by female composers

Violinist Esther Abrami releases an album titled Women featuring works by female composers, including forgotten figures like Ina Boyle, Chiquinha Gonzaga, and Teresa Carreño. The album aims to highlight the lack of recognition for women in classical music and inspire young musicians to explore works by female composers.

The Therapeutic Effects of Classical Music on Depression

A study suggests that classical music could be a powerful tool in treating depression, especially for those with treatment-resistant depression. Enjoyable music activates brain regions associated with mood regulation and pleasure, leading to improved depressive symptoms.

Death of Grammy-winning Italian Pianist Maurizio Pollini

Grammy-winning Italian pianist Maurizio Pollini dies at the age of 82. He was known for his unique intellectual power and interpretive drive in his performances. Pollini had a long and successful international career, collaborating with renowned conductors and winning multiple awards for his recordings.