October 4, 2026

Oracle announced that it is investing $10 million to help sustain the Nashville Symphony and keep the music playing as the organization restructures. Oracle’s support will help the Nashville Symphony address its immediate financial needs and allow it to move forward with its 2026-27 season.

September 28, 2026

The Nashville Symphony today announced the first step of a restructuring plan to address a $10 million deficit in its current fiscal year operating budget, a step organization leaders say is necessary to secure the long-term future of one of Nashville’s most treasured cultural institutions.

July 17, 2026

LACO and Emmy Award-winning composer Jeff Beal have announced the release of the album Body in Motion, conducted by Leonard Slatkin. Body in Motion includes Beal’s violin concerto of the same name, written for violinist Kelly Hall-Tompkins, and Four Score, composed in honor of Slatkin’s 80th birthday.

June 4, 2026

Read Leonard Slatkin’s reflections on his recent visit to the Kennedy Center, where he spent twelve years as music director of the National Symphony Orchestra.

March 31, 2026

On May 31, Ford’s Theatre Society will present the Lincoln Medal to two distinguished honorees: Leonard Slatkin and Gary Sinise. The award recognizes individuals whose body of work and character reflect the enduring legacy of President Lincoln.

March 6, 2026

Born at the intersection of music, visual arts, and the world of cinema, this vibrant new album by producer Robert Townson brings together ten internationally renowned composers in world-premiere compositions.

February 11, 2026

The Nashville Symphony announced today that Leonard Slatkin will serve as music director for three years through the 2028/29 season. Slatkin assumes the role following his previous appointment as music advisor.

December 23, 2025

Tune in Fridays at 5 p.m. CST for “Soundtracks of Our Lives,” a new series curated by Leonard Slatkin. This show explores movie music from the 1930s to present, beginning with episodes dedicated to composers from the Golden Age of Hollywood.

October 11, 2025

Hear the beauty of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra’s newly renovated Powell Hall with a concert featuring pianist Emanuel Ax. Stream the radio broadcast via St. Louis Public Radio or Classic 107.3.

September 11, 2025

Leonard Slatkin’s concert with the National Symphony Orchestra Ireland and soloist David Fray will be broadcast live on RTÉ lyric fm and through the European Broadcasting Union.