7th July: Anthony Roth Costanzo presents Handel Rarity in new York, French composer Pierre Henry died at age 89
Friday 7th July '17
In today’s news: A concert in memory of composer Michael Hirsch at the Deutsche Oper, the lasts secrets of Maria Callas to be revealed in Paris, West End director warns of targeting a younger audience …
Read13 June: 2017 Cliburn winners, new monologues for BBC Music Day, and new platform for classical musicians wins Midemlabs
Tuesday 13th June '17
In today's news Radio 3 are considering removing BBC branding from new podcasts to encourage more young people to listen. The winner of the 2017 Cliburn Competition has been announced, and a new platform for …
Read20th November: Schubert is needed, Andsnes on Beethoven & Seymour Lipkin dies at 88
Friday 20th November '15
Classical News In today's news, The Telegraph claim that Schubert is needed now more than ever, Leif Ove Andsnes films a video guide to Beethoven’s Emperor Concerto, and Seymour Lipkin dies aged 88. Also, Susanna Eastburn reflects on …
Read13th November: NYOGB – Classic FM partnership, Horowitz dies at 91, Grange Park Opera moves
Friday 13th November '15
Classical News In today's news, National Youth Orchestra of Great Britain and Classic FM announce their partnership, renowned timpanist Richard Horowitz dies at 91, and Grange Park Opera moves into Bamber Gascoigne's crumbling stately home. Also, The Telegraph questions …
Read4th November: Opera – ticket prices, live streaming, cinema viewings
Wednesday 4th November '15
Classical News In today's news, Vienna State Opera extends its live streaming service, and the 2015 BBC Radio 3 auction in aid of BBC Children in Need offers the chance to own handwritten manuscripts by living …
ReadOctober 23rd: Prodigy suicides, Gender Pay Gap & First Lady of China visits RCM
Friday 23rd October '15
Classical News In today's news, Arts Professional reveals a stark gender pay gap in arts salaries and Classic FM reports that '1 in 10 violin prodigies attempt suicide'. Also, First Lady of China visited the Royal …
Read19th October: Levit interview, Warner Classics tribute & 330th year of J. S. Bach
Monday 19th October '15
Classical News In today's news: Warner Classics is about to issue a two-CD tribute to Jon Vickers, and Plácido Domingo withdraws from conducting & needs to undergo surgery. Also, Klassik Akzente celebrates 330 years of Johann …
Read14th October: Best classical albums, Kirill Petrenko appointment & International Bassoon Day
Wednesday 14th October '15
Classical News In today's news, The Telegraph announces its guide to the best classical recordings of 2015, and the Royal College of Music celebrates International Bassoon Day. Also, Pitchfork Media becomes part of Condé Nast Stable and Roy …
Read25th September: Shostakovich Question, ‘Sleep’ premiere & Music and the Brain
Friday 25th September '15
Classical News In today's news, Gramophone asks 'The Shostakovich Question', and The Guardian reveal 10 pieces that will give you nightmares. Also, Sinfini Music analyse music's relationship with the brain, and The Telegraph analyse the effects …
Read9th September: how Proms musicians deal with nerves, first ever recording in Sistine Chapel and Hilary Hahn’s baby joy.
Wednesday 9th September '15
Classical News In today's news soloists from the BBC Proms discuss how they cope with performance stress and The Vatican has permitted the first ever recording in the Sistine Chapel. Also, Jonathan Nott has extended his …
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