Michael Tilson Thomas has announced the imminent end of his conducting career. The 80-year-old musician, who disclosed a diagnosis of cancer in 2021, will cease performing after concerts scheduled for March and April, he announced in a letter released Monday.

Michael Tilson Thomas’ brain tumor has returned, and the 80-year-old conductor intends to lead his final performance in April

Celebrated conductor and San Francisco Symphony Music Director Laureate announced he will retire from performing following the return of a brain tumor he’s been battling. In a statement posted to his website,