Instead of shutting down while Trump's plan for a multi-million renovation renovation gets underway at the Kennedy Center, the National Symphony Orchestra has decided to take its show on the road.
#NationalSymphonyOrchestra #KennedyCenter #Trump #GoodNewsRuhles
#NationalSymphonyOrchestra #KennedyCenter #Trump #GoodNewsRuhles
August 20, 2026 at 4:35 PM
Instead of shutting down while Trump's plan for a multi-million renovation renovation gets underway at the Kennedy Center, the National Symphony Orchestra has decided to take its show on the road.
#NationalSymphonyOrchestra #KennedyCenter #Trump #GoodNewsRuhles
#NationalSymphonyOrchestra #KennedyCenter #Trump #GoodNewsRuhles
⛔ 🎵 #BenFolds, musician & former Artistic Advisor to the #NationalSymphonyOrchestra, shares how Trümp’s takeover has hobbled the #KennedyCenter— breaking its once-proven successful business model, disrespecting its original core mission, & politicizing art to the point of propaganda.
July 23, 2026 at 7:28 PM
⛔ 🎵 #BenFolds, musician & former Artistic Advisor to the #NationalSymphonyOrchestra, shares how Trümp’s takeover has hobbled the #KennedyCenter— breaking its once-proven successful business model, disrespecting its original core mission, & politicizing art to the point of propaganda.
Those sidestage butterflies! Ready to present at a sold-out #NationalSymphonyOrchestra New Year's Day Gala #NationalConcertHall. Celebrating the Waltz King Strauss! W/ maestro Gavin Maloney, & radiant international diva Jennifer Davis 👸. @rte.ie 🎉🎵🍾
January 1, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Those sidestage butterflies! Ready to present at a sold-out #NationalSymphonyOrchestra New Year's Day Gala #NationalConcertHall. Celebrating the Waltz King Strauss! W/ maestro Gavin Maloney, & radiant international diva Jennifer Davis 👸. @rte.ie 🎉🎵🍾
With the Empress of Song! 👸 A truly standout performance by soprano Jennifer Davis at today's #NationalSymphonyOrchestra New Year's Day Gala, setting the standard for 2025. Bravi to top maestro Gavin Maloney & NSO musicians for a fabulous Viennese whirl 👏🎵🎉🥂. #RTElyricfm
January 1, 2025 at 9:17 PM
With the Empress of Song! 👸 A truly standout performance by soprano Jennifer Davis at today's #NationalSymphonyOrchestra New Year's Day Gala, setting the standard for 2025. Bravi to top maestro Gavin Maloney & NSO musicians for a fabulous Viennese whirl 👏🎵🎉🥂. #RTElyricfm
The world's on fire—literally—and the man's priority is to stop people from singing. #GayMensChorusOfWashington #GMCW #KennedyCenter #PrideMonth #LGBTQ #NationalSymphonyOrchestra #trump
Kennedy Center Cancels Performance of the Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington After Trump’s Takeover
The Kennedy Center cancelled an upcoming performance from the Gay Men's Chorus of Washington shortly after Trump took over the organization's board.
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February 21, 2025 at 10:25 PM
The world's on fire—literally—and the man's priority is to stop people from singing. #GayMensChorusOfWashington #GMCW #KennedyCenter #PrideMonth #LGBTQ #NationalSymphonyOrchestra #trump
Jonathan Blumhofer on #Trump's slapping his name on the #kennedycenter -- and the fate his administration might have in mind for the #nationalsymphonyorchestra
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December 24, 2025 at 1:28 PM
Jonathan Blumhofer on #Trump's slapping his name on the #kennedycenter -- and the fate his administration might have in mind for the #nationalsymphonyorchestra
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I should think so!
#philipglass pulls world premiere from #kennedycenter
The pioneering composer said “the values of the Kennedy Center today are in direct conflict with the message” of his Symphony No. 15: “#lincoln” slated to be performed in June by the #nationalsymphonyorchestra.
##art […]
#philipglass pulls world premiere from #kennedycenter
The pioneering composer said “the values of the Kennedy Center today are in direct conflict with the message” of his Symphony No. 15: “#lincoln” slated to be performed in June by the #nationalsymphonyorchestra.
##art […]
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January 27, 2026 at 4:06 PM
I should think so!
#philipglass pulls world premiere from #kennedycenter
The pioneering composer said “the values of the Kennedy Center today are in direct conflict with the message” of his Symphony No. 15: “#lincoln” slated to be performed in June by the #nationalsymphonyorchestra.
##art […]
#philipglass pulls world premiere from #kennedycenter
The pioneering composer said “the values of the Kennedy Center today are in direct conflict with the message” of his Symphony No. 15: “#lincoln” slated to be performed in June by the #nationalsymphonyorchestra.
##art […]
Current view.
Final rehearsals for tomorrow’s Good Friday concert with #NationalSymphonyOrchestra #NaCho
Final rehearsals for tomorrow’s Good Friday concert with #NationalSymphonyOrchestra #NaCho
April 17, 2025 at 6:42 PM
Current view.
Final rehearsals for tomorrow’s Good Friday concert with #NationalSymphonyOrchestra #NaCho
Final rehearsals for tomorrow’s Good Friday concert with #NationalSymphonyOrchestra #NaCho
Read all about #BenFolds new live album w/ the #NationalSymphonyOrchestra in my review here👇
Ben Folds – Live With The National Symphony Orchestra
Ben Folds – Live With The National Symphony Orchestra
Adam Grundy reviews the career-spanning set of Ben Folds live with The National Symphony Orchestra.
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July 8, 2025 at 12:51 AM
Read all about #BenFolds new live album w/ the #NationalSymphonyOrchestra in my review here👇
#BenFolds: "The Trump regime staged the @kennedycenter.bsky.social coup...If we've been told...that we can't spend $ on the #arts because it's not important, then why did (they) go in + take over the Kennedy Center...?"
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#livemusic #classicalmusic #NationalSymphonyOrchestra
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#livemusic #classicalmusic #NationalSymphonyOrchestra
Trump BLINDSIDED by SURPRISE RESIGNATION
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July 7, 2025 at 12:46 AM
#BenFolds: "The Trump regime staged the @kennedycenter.bsky.social coup...If we've been told...that we can't spend $ on the #arts because it's not important, then why did (they) go in + take over the Kennedy Center...?"
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#livemusic #classicalmusic #NationalSymphonyOrchestra
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#livemusic #classicalmusic #NationalSymphonyOrchestra
Brilliant! Chris Thile & National Symphony Orchestra - Bach: Allegro from Concerto for Two Violins in D minor #blogpost
Brilliant! Chris Thile & National Symphony Orchestra - Bach: Allegro from Concerto for Two Violins in D minor
Chris Thile and NSO concertmaster Ying Fu perform J.S. Bach's "Allegro from Concerto for Two Violins in D minor" with the National Symphony Orchestra live at The Kennedy Center. Thile and Fu bring dynamic energy and technical brilliance to this Baroque masterpiece. Experience the timeless elegance and virtuosity of this exceptional performance! Subscribe to The Kennedy Center! bit.ly #christhile #bach #nationalsymphonyorchestra
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October 19, 2024 at 8:31 PM
Brilliant! Chris Thile & National Symphony Orchestra - Bach: Allegro from Concerto for Two Violins in D minor #blogpost
★★★★ #MacMillan ST JOHN PASSION #SeánBoylan #NationalSymphonyOrchestra & Chorus #DavidHill #NationalConcertHall Dublin - Young Irish baritone pulls focus in blazing performance of a 21st century classic, says David Nice www.theartsdesk.com/classical-mu...
MacMillan St John Passion, Boylan, National Symphony Orchestra & Chorus, Hill, NCH Dublin review - flares around a fine Christ
Never make your mind up too soon about any large-scale work by a genius. Back in 2010, I had my doubts about James MacMillan’s first Passion, hearing in the impact of Colin Davis’s Barbican performanc...
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April 19, 2025 at 9:57 AM
★★★★ #MacMillan ST JOHN PASSION #SeánBoylan #NationalSymphonyOrchestra & Chorus #DavidHill #NationalConcertHall Dublin - Young Irish baritone pulls focus in blazing performance of a 21st century classic, says David Nice www.theartsdesk.com/classical-mu...
After months of uncertainty, and without an approved budget or secured venue, the #NationalSymphonyOrchestra has been unable to schedule its next season. #KennedyCenter www.nytimes.com/2026/06/04/a...
Amid Kennedy Center Strife, the National Symphony Faces a Cloudy Future
www.nytimes.com
June 6, 2026 at 3:02 PM
After months of uncertainty, and without an approved budget or secured venue, the #NationalSymphonyOrchestra has been unable to schedule its next season. #KennedyCenter www.nytimes.com/2026/06/04/a...
Ben Folds Warns National Symphony Orchestra ‘May Not Survive’ Trump’s Kennedy Center Chaos: In a new open letter, musician and former NSO artistic adviser outlined the challenges facing the orchestra, and what supporters can… #BenFolds #NationalSymphonyOrchestra #KennedyCenter #Trump #MusicSupport
June 2, 2026 at 10:18 PM
Ben Folds Warns National Symphony Orchestra ‘May Not Survive’ Trump’s Kennedy Center Chaos: In a new open letter, musician and former NSO artistic adviser outlined the challenges facing the orchestra, and what supporters can… #BenFolds #NationalSymphonyOrchestra #KennedyCenter #Trump #MusicSupport
#nationalsymphonyorchestra announces season outside the #kennedycenter
The centerpiece orchestra announced its classical season months later than usual, at venues away from its longtime home.
The #nso unveiled its upcoming classical season Tuesday with a conspicuous absence∶ The ensemble won’t […]
The centerpiece orchestra announced its classical season months later than usual, at venues away from its longtime home.
The #nso unveiled its upcoming classical season Tuesday with a conspicuous absence∶ The ensemble won’t […]
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August 18, 2026 at 3:26 PM
#nationalsymphonyorchestra announces season outside the #kennedycenter
The centerpiece orchestra announced its classical season months later than usual, at venues away from its longtime home.
The #nso unveiled its upcoming classical season Tuesday with a conspicuous absence∶ The ensemble won’t […]
The centerpiece orchestra announced its classical season months later than usual, at venues away from its longtime home.
The #nso unveiled its upcoming classical season Tuesday with a conspicuous absence∶ The ensemble won’t […]
"The conductor, who just last week said he was trying to ignore the political turmoil around him and focus on his music, was described by associates as surprised by the announcement." This is what complicity gets you.
#GianandreaNoseda #NationalSymphonyOrchestra #KennedyCenter
#GianandreaNoseda #NationalSymphonyOrchestra #KennedyCenter
Trump’s Kennedy Center Shutdown Plan Jolts Workers and Performers
www.nytimes.com
February 3, 2026 at 8:31 PM
"The conductor, who just last week said he was trying to ignore the political turmoil around him and focus on his music, was described by associates as surprised by the announcement." This is what complicity gets you.
#GianandreaNoseda #NationalSymphonyOrchestra #KennedyCenter
#GianandreaNoseda #NationalSymphonyOrchestra #KennedyCenter
🇺🇦 #NowPlayingashtag/NowPlaying" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link">#NowPlaying on BBC #Radio3's #InTune
Carlos Simon, National Symphony Orchestra & Gianandrea Noseda:
🎵 Tales - A Folklore Symphony (Motherboxx Connection)
#BBCRadio3 #CarlosSimon #NationalSymphonyOrchestra #GianandreaNoseda
September 14, 2026 at 4:57 PM
🇺🇦 #NowPlayingashtag/NowPlaying" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link">#NowPlaying on BBC #Radio3's #InTune
Carlos Simon, National Symphony Orchestra & Gianandrea Noseda:
🎵 Tales - A Folklore Symphony (Motherboxx Connection)
#BBCRadio3 #CarlosSimon #NationalSymphonyOrchestra #GianandreaNoseda
🇺🇦 #NowPlayingashtag/NowPlaying" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link">#NowPlaying on BBC #Radio3's #InTune
Aaron Copland, National Symphony Orchestra & Gianandrea Noseda:
🎵 Prairie Night (Billy the Kid)
#BBCRadio3 #AaronCopland #NationalSymphonyOrchestra #GianandreaNoseda
July 16, 2026 at 5:26 PM
🇺🇦 #NowPlayingashtag/NowPlaying" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link">#NowPlaying on BBC #Radio3's #InTune
Aaron Copland, National Symphony Orchestra & Gianandrea Noseda:
🎵 Prairie Night (Billy the Kid)
#BBCRadio3 #AaronCopland #NationalSymphonyOrchestra #GianandreaNoseda
Looking forward to being in there with the rhythm section for this concert on the 4th July @nationalconcerthall with #brianbyrne #zaramcfarlane #jamieparker & the #nationalsymphonyorchestra www.nch.ie/all-events-l...
The Great American Songbook and Beyond | National Concert Hall
The National Concert Hall is a national cultural institution and the designated home of music in Ireland.
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June 26, 2025 at 10:33 PM
Looking forward to being in there with the rhythm section for this concert on the 4th July @nationalconcerthall with #brianbyrne #zaramcfarlane #jamieparker & the #nationalsymphonyorchestra www.nch.ie/all-events-l...
📰 ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
From Consequence: National Symphony Orchestra Executive Director Steps Down Amid Trump’s Kennedy Center Takeover 👀
📡 Read more at: https://consequence.net/2026/03/national-symphony-orchestra-executive-director-kennedy-center/
#Consequence #NationalSymphonyOrchestra #Execut...
From Consequence: National Symphony Orchestra Executive Director Steps Down Amid Trump’s Kennedy Center Takeover 👀
📡 Read more at: https://consequence.net/2026/03/national-symphony-orchestra-executive-director-kennedy-center/
#Consequence #NationalSymphonyOrchestra #Execut...
March 7, 2026 at 3:55 PM
📰 ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
From Consequence: National Symphony Orchestra Executive Director Steps Down Amid Trump’s Kennedy Center Takeover 👀
📡 Read more at: https://consequence.net/2026/03/national-symphony-orchestra-executive-director-kennedy-center/
#Consequence #NationalSymphonyOrchestra #Execut...
From Consequence: National Symphony Orchestra Executive Director Steps Down Amid Trump’s Kennedy Center Takeover 👀
📡 Read more at: https://consequence.net/2026/03/national-symphony-orchestra-executive-director-kennedy-center/
#Consequence #NationalSymphonyOrchestra #Execut...
I've performed on this stage. I've danced in the Reach (ballet) and in the grand foyer (foxtrot). I've been to countless performances in this building. And I'm doing my best to believe that this won't be the last one. #kennedycenter #nso #nationalsymphonyorchestra #savetheNSO
June 13, 2026 at 11:55 PM
I've performed on this stage. I've danced in the Reach (ballet) and in the grand foyer (foxtrot). I've been to countless performances in this building. And I'm doing my best to believe that this won't be the last one. #kennedycenter #nso #nationalsymphonyorchestra #savetheNSO
Quick updates: Gianandrea Noseda extends contract with National Symphony Orchestra, Dutch National Opera announces season, and more.
Read at moto-perpetuo.com/quick-update...
#gianandreanoseda #nationalsymphonyorchestra #dutchnationalopera #classicalmusic
Read at moto-perpetuo.com/quick-update...
#gianandreanoseda #nationalsymphonyorchestra #dutchnationalopera #classicalmusic
March 20, 2025 at 12:17 PM
Quick updates: Gianandrea Noseda extends contract with National Symphony Orchestra, Dutch National Opera announces season, and more.
Read at moto-perpetuo.com/quick-update...
#gianandreanoseda #nationalsymphonyorchestra #dutchnationalopera #classicalmusic
Read at moto-perpetuo.com/quick-update...
#gianandreanoseda #nationalsymphonyorchestra #dutchnationalopera #classicalmusic
The @NationalSymphonyOrchestra under the baton of @MarinAlsop was outstanding tonight @KenCen playing @JuliaWolfe’s “Her Story” with the @LoreleiEnsemble and later, “Scheherazade”! What a night!
March 2, 2025 at 4:53 AM
The @NationalSymphonyOrchestra under the baton of @MarinAlsop was outstanding tonight @KenCen playing @JuliaWolfe’s “Her Story” with the @LoreleiEnsemble and later, “Scheherazade”! What a night!
What this mulit-Grammy-whinning young man from the UK conjures up impromptu with audiences worldwide is the BEST I have seen in my lifetime! #JacobCollier #nationalsymphonyorchestra - #live
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Jacob Collier Improvises the National Symphony Orchestra (Live from The Kennedy Center)
YouTube video by Jacob Collier
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March 27, 2025 at 1:25 AM
What this mulit-Grammy-whinning young man from the UK conjures up impromptu with audiences worldwide is the BEST I have seen in my lifetime! #JacobCollier #nationalsymphonyorchestra - #live
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I’m not going to a renamed KC. Hopefully #NationalSymphonyOrchestra will look for a new home, or at least occasional concerts elsewhere.
August 12, 2025 at 3:30 PM
I’m not going to a renamed KC. Hopefully #NationalSymphonyOrchestra will look for a new home, or at least occasional concerts elsewhere.