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Marin Alsop Named Performance Today’s 2021 Classical Woman of the Year

From Classical MPR:

Alsop was the first woman to lead major orchestras in the United States, South America, Austria and Britain, and serves as Chief Conductor of ORF Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra and Chief Conductor and Curator of Chicago’s Ravinia Festival.

“I am deeply honored by this recognition,” said Alsop. “My relationship with Performance Today goes back to the very start of my career and being nominated by today’s PT listeners brings things full circle and makes this a truly special occasion.”

Alsop’s numerous contributions to the art form include innovation, leadership, mentorship, and her powerful voice in the classical world and larger cultural scene. She has served as the Baltimore Symphony’s Music Director for 14 years, a tenure which included her groundbreaking work with OrchKids, a program that fosters social change through the power of music and has reached more than 2,000 students in underserved Baltimore neighborhoods.

Praise for Alsop in listener nominations include:

“…She has awakened in a worldwide community the quest to appreciate, understand and pursue what and how music enlightens and enriches our daily lives.” -Douglas, Oregon

“…She champions new artists and continues the fame of heroes such as Leonard Bernstein. She inspires women and everyone everywhere.” -Ellen, Maryland

“Marin has energized the entire community with her outreach to the citizens of Baltimore city and beyond…” -Robert, Maryland

Read the press release from 21C Media Group.