Duchess of Kent's secret life as a professional pianist
The Duchess of Kent, once a senior working royal, reveals her remarkable journey from Buckingham Palace to becoming a professional pianist and composer, releasing her debut album at 88.
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The Flag That United the Nation at the 2025 Proms
In a powerful moment of national unity, a single flag waved during the Last Night of the Proms became a symbol of togetherness, capturing the hearts of millions and sparking a social media sensation.
Lauren Laverne Stars in 'Mozart's Women' at London Coliseum
BBC Radio 6 Music's Lauren Laverne stars in a revelatory new production, 'Mozart's Women', at the London Coliseum. This innovative show uncovers the stories of the talented female composers and musicians Mozart admired, challenging centuries of classical
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.
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.
UK's Top Music Universities 2025: New Number One Revealed
The Guardian's 2025 league table uncovers a dramatic shift in the UK's music education landscape. Discover which institutions are now leading the pack for performance, composition, and music technology degrees.
New 90s & 00s Nostalgia Music Festival Announced for UK
Get ready for a massive nostalgia trip! A brand new UK music festival, Big Weekender, is coming to Oxfordshire in August 2025, featuring a huge lineup of 90s and 00s pop, dance, and indie legends.
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.
King Princess on 'Girl Violence' & Her 1950s Music Revolution
Exclusive interview with Mikaela Strauss, the artist known as King Princess, as she unveils the profound personal stories and feminist themes driving her explosive new album 'Girl Violence' and its unique 1950s aesthetic.
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.
Non-Profit Launches Festival To Save UK Live Music
A new non-profit collective, Voices for the Vanishing, launches a major festival to combat the crisis threatening UK grassroots music venues. Discover the urgent fight to save our cultural heartbeat.
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.
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.
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.
Sammy Virji's Joyful Dance Music Conquers The World
Yorkshire-born electronic music producer Sammy Virji is taking the global dance scene by storm with his infectious, joyful house tracks. Discover how his optimistic sound provides a much-needed escape and why he's the name on everyone's lips.
Autumn 2025 Music Preview: Byrne, Little Simz Lead New Releases
Get ready for an extraordinary autumn of new music. Our curated guide reveals the most anticipated albums from icons like David Byrne and breakthrough stars, setting the soundtrack for the season ahead.
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.
Ibiza Final Boss Signs Huge Five-Album Warner Music Deal
Rising dance music sensation Ibiza Final Boss secures a monumental five-album contract with Warner Music UK, following a fierce industry bidding war for his unique sound.
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