Critical praise for Misha Shekhtman in Sofia with Mikhail Pletnev
Our artist Misha Shekhtman has received warm critical praise following his appearance at Bulgaria Hall in Sofia, conducting the Sofia Philharmonic in the opening concert of the European Music Festival 2026, with Mikhail Pletnev as soloist. The review, published by
April 9th | Dmitry Sitkovetsky – Shostakovich Sonatas at Malta Spring Festival
As part of the 20th Malta Spring Festival, our violinist Dmitry Sitkovetsky performs Shostakovich’s Violin Sonata in G minor, Op. 134, alongside a distinguished group of musicians. The programme brings together three chamber works spanning different periods of Shostakovich’s life, offering
April 8th – 12th | Cello masterclass in Bethlehem
Our cellist Luca Franzetti will be teaching in Bethlehem from April 8th to 12th, 2026. Open to all the musicians the programme focuses on technical and interpretative development, offering participants the opportunity to work closely with famous musicians and perform in
Critical acclaim for Rory Musgrave in Mark Simpson’s The Immortal at Liverpool Philharmonic Hall
Our baritone Rory Musgrave has received positive critical attention for his performance as the soloist in Mark Simpson’s “The Immortal” at Liverpool Philharmonic Hall with the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Daniela Candillari. In its review of the performance, Arts
Yibai Chen named BBC New Generation Artist
We are delighted to share that cellist Yibai Chen has been named a BBC Radio 3 New Generation Artist. This important appointment marks another major milestone in Yibai’s rising international career and follows today’s earlier announcement of his inclusion in Classic
Positive review for Inna Faliks at Fazioli Concert Hall in Sacile
Our artist Inna Faliks has received a very positive review following her recital at Fazioli Concert Hall in Sacile, Italy. The review highlighted her performances of Beethoven’s Fantasy in G minor op. 77 and Schumann’s Fantasy op. 17, noting the remarkable
Happy Easter!
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Chiara Grimaldi is the new Head of Office and Operations
Starting from April 1st, 2026, Only Stage announces an internal reorganization aimed at strengthening its operational structure. Chiara Grimaldi will take responsibility for the organizational and administrative department, while Beniamino Re will move to the artist management department, continuing to oversee
Karen Slack – “American Composers Orchestra and guest soloists display depth and range in timely message”
Our soprano Karen Slack has been highlighted in a recent positive review following her performance with the American Composers Orchestra at Carnegie Hall, New York, as part of the programme “Hello, America: Letters to Us, from Us”. The review particularly praises
April 3rd | Yibai Chen – Chamber concert with Boyang Shi and musicians from Guiyang Symphony
Yibai Chen appears in a chamber concert alongside Boyang Shi and musicians of the Guiyang Symphony Orchestra, presenting a programme that combines French refinement and Austrian lyricism. The concert features Ravel’s Piano Trio, with its rich colours and rhythmic vitality, alongside