Being awarded an honorary doctorate is the highest accolade bestowed by the Sibelius Academy. As well as Susanna Mälkki, this year’s recipients include President of the Republic of Finland Alexander Stubb, performer and collector of traditional Romani songs Hilja[…]

On May 10,  Susanna Mälkki leads the Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra in a captivating program featuring the renowned pianist Mitsuko Uchida. Maurice Ravel’s Piano Concerto in G major is at the heart of the evening’s repertoire, celebrated for its elegance and[…]

On May 2 and 3, Susanna Mälkki will return to conduct the Leipzig Gewandhaus Orchestra, presenting a diverse program that spans both contemporary works and classical staples. Renowned for the interpretation of compositions by Kaija Saariaho, Ms. Mälkki will first lead the[…]

Innocence, Kaija Saariaho‘s final opera, which was recently performed at the Royal Opera House has won the Olivier Award (for excellence in theatre in London) for “Best New Opera Production“.

Susanna Mälkki will take the helm of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra for three performances scheduled on March 21, 23, and 24, presenting a dynamic mix of classical and contemporary pieces At the core of the program is Gustav Mahler’s famed Fourth Symphony, known for its[…]