Classical Music Makes Greggs Customers Spend More
Greggs shoppers pay 25% more for breakfast when listening to classical music versus Phil Collins hits, Israeli study reveals. Discover how music influences spending.
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Benedetti delivers masterful performance at Royal Albert Hall
Violinist Nicola Benedetti wows London's Royal Albert Hall with an unconventional quartet. Read our review of this super-polished jam session featuring folk tunes and virtuoso showpieces.
Lachenmann String Quartets Review: Diotima's Mastery
Quatuor Diotima delivers a landmark recording of Helmut Lachenmann's complete string quartets for Pentatone, showcasing his revolutionary musical language.
ACO's 50th Anniversary with Beethoven & Brahms
Marking its 50th year, the Australian Chamber Orchestra releases a live recording of Beethoven & Brahms violin concertos under Richard Tognetti. A compelling souvenir from a world-class ensemble.
Bach's lost organ works discovered after 35-year quest
Musicologist Peter Wollny's three-decade investigation authenticates two previously unknown Bach compositions, performed for first time in 300 years. Discover the fascinating detective story.
LSO Futures: Three World Premieres with Seong-Jin Cho
The London Symphony Orchestra's compelling LSO Futures concert featured three world premieres, including Donghoon Shin's Piano Concerto performed by the dazzling Seong-Jin Cho. Read our full review.
Petrenko's Brahms: Berlin Philharmonic's New Release
Discover Kirill Petrenko's compelling new live recording of Brahms's First Symphony and Tragic Overture with the Berliner Philharmoniker. Stream it now on Apple Music and Spotify.
Avril Coleridge-Taylor: A Composer's Rediscovery
Discover the remarkable story of Avril Coleridge-Taylor, whose 1936 piano concerto receives its premiere recording, revealing her complex relationship with her father's activist legacy and her own musical identity.
Ólafsson's Opus 109: A Transcendent Beethoven Album
Icelandic pianist Víkingur Ólafsson's new concept album 'Opus 109' recontextualises Beethoven's masterpiece alongside Bach and Schubert, offering one of the most beautiful recordings of the sonata.
Celebrating Percussion Legend James Blades on Radio 3
Discover the extraordinary life of James Blades, the self-taught percussionist who worked with Britten and Olivier. A new Radio 3 drama-documentary celebrates his legacy. Listen now on BBC Sounds.
Sir James Galway receives Belfast honorary doctorate
Flautist Sir James Galway returns to his native Belfast to receive an honorary doctorate from Ulster University, reflecting on his musical roots and global career. Discover his journey.
Rebecca Clarke's forgotten songs revived in stunning album
Discover the radiant revival of Rebecca Clarke's complete songs, as a new album rescues the British composer's exquisite works from obscurity with breathtaking performances.
Martin Fröst's brilliant Bach album review
Swedish clarinettist Martin Fröst delivers a revelatory Bach album that breathes contemporary vitality into centuries-old masterpieces with technical mastery and infectious joy.
John Rutter's 80th Birthday Celebration Wows London
St Paul's Cathedral hosted an unforgettable musical extravaganza honouring Sir John Rutter's 80th birthday, featuring star performers and breathtaking choral works that captivated London audiences.
Stundyte triumphs in Janáček's Makropulos Case at ROH
The Royal Opera House's stunning new production of Leoš Janáček's 'The Makropulos Case' features a career-defining performance by Ausrine Stundyte, breathing new life into this century-old meditation on immortality and human desire.
Aimard's spellbinding piano recital at Wigmore Hall
French virtuoso Pierre-Laurent Aimard delivers an unforgettable performance at London's Wigmore Hall, showcasing breathtaking technical command and profound musical insight in works by Beethoven, Carter, and Messiaen.
Beckham's knighthood ceremony features surprise K-Pop performance
Sir David Beckham's knighthood ceremony at Windsor Castle featured an unexpected musical surprise when the classical string quartet performed a K-Pop track, creating a cheeky nod to his football nickname 'Goldenballs'.
Forgotten Operas Shine in Barbican Double Bill
A captivating double bill of forgotten operatic treasures - Ethel Smyths' 'Der Wald' and Ottorino Respighi's 'Lucrezia' - receives triumphant revival in London's Barbican Centre, showcasing extraordinary vocal performances and musical brilliance.
Björk & LSO reimagine Rosalía's LUX
Spanish superstar Rosalía's latest album 'LUX' receives stunning orchestral reinterpretation by Björk and the London Symphony Orchestra in groundbreaking London performance.
Classical Halloween Rave: Orchestra Meets Club Culture
Liverpool's M&S Bank Arena transforms into a spectacular Halloween venue with Cream Classical's unique fusion of orchestral music and club culture, featuring dazzling lights and special effects.
John Adams Festival Triumphs in Manchester
The Hallé Orchestra delivers a breathtaking performance of John Adams' works at Bridgewater Hall, showcasing the composer's vibrant musical legacy in a spectacular festival finale.
Jonathan Lloyd: British Composer Dies at 73
The music world mourns the loss of Jonathan Lloyd, the innovative British composer and educator whose vibrant works captivated audiences for decades. Remembering his remarkable legacy.
Lost Tapes: Australian Nun's Secret Lo-Fi Music Discovered
Decades after recording in obscurity, Sister Irene O'Connor's haunting lo-fi pop emerges from dusty archives, captivating modern audiences with its timeless quality.
Goth Metal's Dark Secrets: The Truth Behind Terrifying Music
Exclusive insights from goth metal pioneers reveal the artistic philosophy and unexpected vulnerability behind their haunting soundscapes that captivate millions worldwide.
Kanneh-Mason's Walton: Cello Concerto Reborn
Discover how Sheku Kanneh-Mason's stunning new recording of Walton's Cello Concerto brings fresh vitality to this British masterpiece, capturing both its lyrical beauty and raw emotional power.
Singer cancels Spain show over Met Opera costume dispute
Angel Blue withdraws from San Sebastián performance following costume controversy, sparking debate about artistic responsibility and cultural sensitivity in opera.
Davóne Tines revives radical composer Julius Eastman
American vocalist Davóne Tines delivers a powerful homage to forgotten composer Julius Eastman at London's Barbican Hall, reclaiming the legacy of a musical maverick whose work defied categorization.
Juana Molina: Why I hate being solemn
Experimental music pioneer Juana Molina opens up about her creative process, disdain for artistic pretension, and the playful spontaneity behind her groundbreaking new work.
Turnage's Railway Children Opera Premieres at Glyndebourne
Mark-Anthony Turnage transforms E. Nesbit's beloved classic into a compelling new opera exploring childhood resilience and social justice, premiering at Glyndebourne Festival Opera.
Dead Man Walking: 25 Years of Opera That Asks Questions
As his groundbreaking opera 'Dead Man Walking' marks its 25th anniversary, composer Jake Heggie shares profound insights on creating art that raises questions rather than providing easy answers.
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