Derek Beckvold has worked around the world and is currently the managing director of the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra.
Portland Symphony Orchestra
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Executive director Carolyn Nishon will leave the Portland Symphony Orchestra
Nishon has worked at the orchestra for 17 years and been the executive director for 10.
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‘La Bohème’ is a love story for Opera Maine, Portland Symphony Orchestra
The organizations are both celebrating milestone anniversaries and will join together for the first time for 2 performances of Puccini’s classic opera.
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Portland Symphony Orchestra puts spotlight on its talented musicians
An homage to a late violinist was followed by works by Strauss and Mendelssohn that let members of the orchestra shine.
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Yo-Yo Ma transfixes Portland audience with his talent and charm
The renowned cellist brought personal touches to his performance with the Portland Symphony Orchestra on Thursday.
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The Portland Symphony Orchestra is turning 100. It wanted Yo-Yo Ma.
The renowned cellist and cultural icon will perform at a concert Oct. 10 that drove up subscriptions and sold out immediately. The orchestra’s leaders hope its impact is lasting.
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Past and present Portland Symphony conductors carry orchestra into 100th season
Each music director conducted a movement of Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony, which the orchestra will perform again Tuesday.
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My Perfect Day: PSO music director Eckart Preu would take a nap
He’d cap his day with a meal and a drink at Fore Street restaurant.
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Opinion: Portland Symphony Orchestra turns 100 in style
Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony, a testament to the power of positivity, is among the milestone season’s highlights.
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Why auditioning for the Portland Symphony is sort of like being on ‘Love is Blind’
An inside look at the orchestra’s process through the hiring of a principal cello this spring.