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Welsh male voice choir cover Chic’s ‘Good Times’
Chic’s classic funk hit ‘Good Times’ has been given a choral reworking by the Brythoniaid Male Voice Choir as a teaser for a forthcoming music festival
Anna Netrebko’s album is pop chart smash in Europe
Anna Netrebko’s new album, Verdi, has enjoyed no. 1 chart success in Austria, as well as placing in the pop charts in several other countries in Europe
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When Britten’s world was all at sea: How Billy Budd reflects the composer’s own turbulent times
A full programme of Britten’s works at the Proms culminates in a semi-staged performance of Michael Grandage’s acclaimed Glyndebourne production of the story of an outsider fighting the establishment
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Brighton Philharmonic Orchestra saved by donations exceeding £70,000
Successful fundraising campaign ensures the orchestra’s 2013-14 season will go ahead
Andrew Litton named Colorado Symphony music director
The conductor has served as the orchestra’s artistic advisor since June 2012
Joyce DiDonato interviews Dame Janet Baker for her 80th birthday
Exclusive video interview available on the Gramophone Player
Born April 18, 1942; died August 20, 2013
Obituary: John Amis, broadcaster and music critic
Born June 17, 1922; died August 20, 2013
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