Bill Bailey & Brian May Dazzle at Last Night of the Proms
A spectacular review of the 2025 Last Night of the Proms, where comedian Bill Bailey and Queen's Brian May delivered an unforgettable, genre-bending performance at the Royal Albert Hall.
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John Wilson's Sinfonia of London Stuns at Last Night of the Proms
The John Wilson Orchestra and virtuoso James Ehnes captivated the Royal Albert Hall in a spectacular Last Night of the Proms, featuring a sublime performance of Barber's Violin Concerto and Korngold's cinematic symphony.
WNO Directors on Reinventing Opera for a New Generation
An exclusive interview with Welsh National Opera's visionary directors Adele Thomas and Sarah Crabtree as they unveil ambitious plans to revitalise opera, champion new talent, and connect with diverse communities across the UK.
Composer Rodion Shchedrin Dies Aged 92
The world mourns the loss of Russian composer and pianist Rodion Shchedrin, a colossal figure in 20th and 21st-century music whose innovative works bridged Soviet tradition and Western modernism.
Soprano's Stage Fright Revelation Shakes Classical Music World
Renowned British soprano Louise Alder opens up about her severe performance anxiety ahead of Last Night of the Proms, linking the crisis in arts funding to mental health struggles among musicians.
Einstein's Nazi-era violin emerges for sale in London
A rare violin once owned by genius physicist Albert Einstein, which was smuggled out of 1930s Germany to escape Nazi confiscation, is now going up for auction in a major London sale.
Duchess of Kent, royal music teacher and Catholic convert, dies at 92
Katharine, Duchess of Kent, who has died aged 92, was a revered yet unconventional royal figure. A gifted musician and dedicated teacher, she carved a unique path defined by her Catholic faith, her passion for music, and a profound sense of public service
Adès Mesmerises BBC Symphony Orchestra in Barbican Triumph
Read our exclusive review of Thomas Adès's captivating concert with the BBC Symphony Orchestra, where his own compositions held the audience in a trance at London's Barbican Centre.
Cumberbatch Leads Star-Studded Palestine Concert at Wembley
A-list celebrities including Benedict Cumberbatch and Steve Coogan unite at Wembley Arena for humanitarian aid concert supporting Palestine. Event organised by War Child UK and Medical Aid for Palestinians.
Melbourne Symphony's Albert Hall show interrupted by protests
A powerful performance by the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra at London's Royal Albert Hall was dramatically interrupted by pro-Palestine protesters, creating a night of high musical drama and political tension.
Coldplay Wembley Shows Halted Over Safety Concerns & Tube Strikes
Coldplay's record-breaking Wembley Stadium run faces major disruption as safety concerns force two show stoppages. The band reschedules final dates due to tube strikes, leaving fans in limbo.
Ed Sheeran stops Munich concert for romantic proposal
Ed Sheeran created an unforgettable moment at his Munich concert when he halted his performance to witness a fan's marriage proposal, capturing hearts worldwide.
Royal Opera House's 'Woke' Tosca Sparks Audience Fury
Covent Garden's bold reimagining of Puccini's 'Tosca' divides audiences, replacing 1800s Rome with a modern female-led resistance movement and triggering a fierce debate on artistic modernisation versus tradition.
Melbourne Symphony Orchestra BBC Proms disrupted by protest
A landmark performance by the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra at London's Royal Albert Hall was interrupted by pro-Palestine activists, leading to a temporary halt in the BBC Proms concert before proceedings resumed.
Composer Rodion Shchedrin dies at 92
The classical music world mourns the loss of Rodion Shchedrin, the celebrated Russian composer and husband of ballerina Maya Plisetskaya, who passed away at 92 in Munich.
Clean Bandit Star Quits Music for Property with Chancellor Wife
Exclusive: Neil Amin-Smith, the former Clean Bandit violinist and husband to Chancellor Rachel Reeves, reveals why he left the global music sensation to pursue a career in sustainable finance and property development.
Julian Bliss: Masterful Lindberg & Aho Clarinet Concertos
Clarinet virtuoso Julian Bliss delivers an immaculate and thrilling performance of Magnus Lindberg and Kalevi Aho's demanding concertos on a landmark new album, setting a new benchmark for contemporary woodwind repertoire.
Wesley So Wins $350k Sinquefield Cup, Gukesh Fails
In a stunning turn of events at the prestigious Sinquefield Cup, American Wesley So clinched victory and the $350,000 top prize. The chess world watched as reigning World Champion Gukesh D suffered a second consecutive defeat, shaking up the elite ranking
Esfahani's Revolutionary Bach on Harpsichord
Harpsichord virtuoso Mahan Esfahani delivers a breathtakingly original interpretation of Bach's 'The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1', challenging centuries of piano tradition with a recording of profound intellectual rigour and startling beauty.
Faust and Nelsons Dazzle with Beethoven at the Proms
A breathtaking performance of Beethoven's Violin Concerto by Isabelle Faust, accompanied by the mighty Gewandhausorchester Leipzig under Andris Nelsons, becomes an instant classic at the BBC Proms 2025.
Classical Music's Hidden Hand in Shaping Modern Pop
Elizabeth Alker's revelatory book, 'Everything We Do Is Music', uncovers the astonishing classical roots of pop icons from The Beatles to Taylor Swift, revealing a secret musical lineage that shaped a century of sound.
Fury as 'selfish' fan ruins concert with wild antics
A woman's night of drunken debauchery, including twerking and climbing on seats, sparks outrage at a James Arthur concert in Manchester. Fellow concertgoers blast the 'selfish' behaviour that ruined the event.
Beethoven's Tumultuous Final Years: Genius, Grief & Revolution
A groundbreaking new biography uncovers the profound personal tragedies and political turmoil that shaped Ludwig van Beethoven's revolutionary final works, revealing a man raging against his fate in 1820s Vienna.
Coldplay's Wembley Spectacle: A Stunning Review
Coldplay delivered a breathtaking, eco-friendly spectacle at Wembley Stadium. Our review covers Chris Martin's powerhouse performance, the stunning laser show, and the band's heartfelt tribute to the late Christine McVie.
Arrest after violent attack at Rufus Du Sol London concert
A shocking outbreak of violence at the acclaimed Rufus Du Sol concert at London's O2 Arena sees a man arrested after a security guard is brutally attacked, leaving him with serious injuries. Exclusive details on the investigation.
Sir Tom Jones Stops Cardiff Concert Mid-Set: 'I Can't Continue'
Welsh music legend Sir Tom Jones was forced to abruptly stop his performance at Cardiff's Utilita Arena after struggling with his voice, leaving fans concerned but supportive.
Ukrainian Freedom Orchestra's Defiant UK Tour Amidst War
An exclusive look at the Ukrainian Freedom Orchestra's powerful UK tour. Musicians share their stories of defiance, art as resistance, and performing while their homeland endures war.
Le Concert Spirituel dazzles with Striggio’s Mass in London
Le Concert Spirituel delivered a mesmerising performance of Alessandro Striggio’s Mass at London’s Royal Albert Hall, blending historical authenticity with breathtaking vocal harmonies.
BBCSO stuns with Stravinsky at Royal Albert Hall
The BBC Symphony Orchestra delivered a breathtaking performance of Stravinsky's 'The Rite of Spring' and Anna Thorvaldsdottir's evocative compositions at London's Royal Albert Hall, under the baton of conductor Eva Ollikainen.
Petrassi’s Concertos Brought to Life by La Vecchia
Francesco La Vecchia and Sonata da Camera breathe new life into Goffredo Petrassi's underrated concertos, delivering a performance that is both dynamic and deeply expressive.
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