Max Trombley is a Doctor of Musical Arts candidate in choral conducting at the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music.
May Festival names next Choral Conducting Fellow
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Cincinnati Youth Choir goes local with new director after national search
Sterling Finkbine will take over leadership of Bel Canto and work closely with artistic advisor Anthony Trecek-King to help shape the next phase of the organization’s educational and artistic direction.
Amsel, Shen named CSO’s next assistant conductors
The two will take the podium starting September 2025, supporting the CSO, Cincinnati Pops and May Festival as the orchestra enters a new chapter under incoming music director Cristian Măcelaru.
May Festival names Grammy winner Bullock as next festival director
Julia Bullock will serve the one-year role of festival director alongside Director of Choruses Matthew Swanson.
Culture FIX: May 14-20
Don’t blame me. Around Casa di Consoli, we call the celestial alignment when it seems every organization in town decides to offer major events at the same time as an Every Weekend. We have one of ’em on tap this week – especially on Saturday (good grief!). Just remember: I was not in charge of scheduling.
Cincinnati Symphony promotes from within, choosing Robert McGrath as new CEO
A 27-year veteran of the orchestra field, including nine years as CSO vice president and general manager and four years as chief operating officer, McGrath will simultaneously lead the CSO; the CSO’s subsidiary, Music and Event Management, Inc.; and the Cincinnati May Festival.
Culture FIX: Dec. 4-10
“I shall elucidate,” said the Mad Hatter. Please allow Yours Truly to do the same. Have a good laugh with that Mad Hatter at ETC, while teacups, candlesticks and a Beast take the stage in Price Hill. Enjoy a Feast of Carolsor or a little Bach at Music Hall. Start the holiday season off right with a bevy of artsy choices.
Sherie Marek believes in sharing good fortune
Sherie Marek traces her philanthropic spirit, evidenced through decades of giving both her time and treasure, to her youth. They “were very poor and struggled” to achieve their dreams. Years later, when her means changed, Marek was eager to give back in a larger way.
Matinée Musicale Cincinnati awards $54K to regional nonprofits
The grants to 21 regional organizations to support a range of outreach programs focused on the promotion of music and music education.
Chorus member selected for May Festival conducting fellowship
Andrew Miller is a Cincinnati-based conductor, tenor and instrumental instructor. He’ll begin his doctoral studies at CCM this fall.