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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Ronald Blum

New York Philharmonic fires two players after accusations of sexual misconduct and abuse of power

New York Philharmonic Firings - (2020 Invision)

The New York Philharmonic is firing principal oboist Liang Wang and associate principal trumpet Matthew Muckey after their union decided not contest the decision, which followed renewed allegations of sexual misconduct and abuse of power.

The orchestra said Monday it issued a notice of non-reengagement to the two effective Sept. 21, 2025.

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