Critics' Best Classical Events of 2025 Revealed
From Mark-Anthony Turnage's powerful Festen at the Royal Opera House to spellbinding Wagner and blistering Shostakovich, discover the UK's standout classical music performances of 2025.
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Pete Murray Follows Taylor Swift to Reclaim Music Masters
Australian singer Pete Murray reveals the harsh financial reality of the streaming era and his fight to reclaim his master recordings, inspired by Taylor Swift's blueprint for success.
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.
Florida Justice to Lead University Classical Education Centre
Florida Supreme Court Justice Charles Canady will step down in 2026 to direct the University of Florida's Hamilton School for Classical and Civic Education. Discover the implications for the state's highest court.
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.
Spain government rocked by secret recording scandal
Spain's government faces turmoil as leaked recordings reveal State Attorney General Álvaro García Ortiz discussing sensitive cases and making controversial remarks about judicial matters.
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.
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.
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.
Taylor Swift's Showgirl Era: Rewriting Music Industry Rules
Taylor Swift's ambitious re-recording project isn't just about reclaiming her masters - it's creating a revolutionary new model for artist empowerment while delivering unprecedented value to fans.
Family seeks £180k 'English gentleman' tutor for boy
A wealthy family is offering an unprecedented £180,000 salary for a full-time tutor to transform their 11-year-old son into a 'modern-day English gentleman' through intensive classical education.
Apartment House stuns at Wigmore Hall with contemporary works
London's prestigious Wigmore Hall witnessed a breathtaking evening of contemporary classical music as the acclaimed Apartment House ensemble delivered mesmerising performances of works by Caitlin Smith, Michael Paccione, and others.
Gene-Edited Pigs Resist Swine Fever in UK Breakthrough
Revolutionary gene editing technology has produced the world's first pigs completely resistant to Classical Swine Fever, potentially saving billions in global agriculture and preventing mass culling.
Raye stuns fans with impressive cello skills
Chart-topping singer Raye stuns fans by showcasing her classical music background and impressive cello performance in a nostalgic clip with former schoolmate.
Myleene Klass hosts Classic FM anniversary at Royal Albert Hall
Smooth radio star Myleene Klass dazzled audiences alongside her son Apollo at Classic FM's 25th anniversary concert, hosting the prestigious Royal Albert Hall event in a breathtaking gown.
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