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27th June: Guadagnini violin sold for record price. New managing director for Southbank Sinfonia

Wednesday 27th June '18

In today's news: Guadagnini violin sold for record price. New managing director for London Southbank Sinfonia. Music creators urged to fight for their rights. Fund to help Coventry's arts organisations to prepare to become City …

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14th July: Proms 2016 highlights, new BBC iWonder guide & Bach manuscript sells for £2.5 million

Thursday 14th July '16

Classical News In today's news, The Guardian's pick of what not to miss at the Proms, a new BBC iWonder guide explores how playing an instrument can improve one’s life, and Guildhall School appoints Lynne Williams …

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17th May: Sir Mark Elder becomes companion of the RNCM, Guadagnini cello sold for record price & Svjatoslav Luther found dead

Tuesday 17th May '16

Classical News In today's news, Sir Mark Elder is to become a companion of the RNCM, the South West Open Youth Orchestra is looking for young musicians with disabilities and the longest serving orchestra musician Jane …

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20th December: Stradivarius Secrets, Cellist wins Miss Universe and Sports Teams Aid Orchestras

Thursday 20th December '12

Classic FMScientists reveal secret behind Stradivarius qualityNew research has shown that the quality of Stradivarius and Guadagnini violins is actually due to their imperfections, restorations and moderations over the years.Massenet's Werther back in Scotland after …

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6th June: Simon Rattle, Leif Ove Andsnes and the Scottish Opera

Wednesday 6th June '12

The TelegraphHay Festival 2012: Sir Simon Rattle's 'ideal state'Conductor Simon Rattle gives advise to amateurs and defines his "ideal state".Royal College of Music Chamber Choir: 'Grit and determination kept us singing'Sodden but unbowed, the Royal …

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