Exploring how iconic melodies like Beethoven's Ode to Joy and Shostakovich's Leningrad Symphony are twisted for political aims, from Tiananmen Square to Putin's Russia. Discover the dark histories behind the world's most famous tunes.
Viral pianist Julien Cohen stunned rush-hour travellers at King's Cross Station with a surprise flashmob to launch the new AI-powered ROLI Piano. Discover how the event unfolded.
Australian Chamber Orchestra marks 50 years with stunning Beethoven & Brahms violin concertos recording. Discover this supple, coherent interpretation that celebrates their legacy.
Polish composer Hania Rani premiered two compelling new works, 'Shining' and 'Non Fiction', with the Manchester Collective at London's Barbican Hall. A review of the ethereal and absorbing storytelling.
Explore the remarkable story of Avril Coleridge-Taylor, whose 1936 piano concerto receives its premiere recording, revealing her complex legacy as a mixed-race British composer navigating identity and politics.
Icelandic pianist Víkingur Ólafsson's new concept album 'Opus 109' on Deutsche Grammophon offers a breathtaking reinterpretation of Beethoven, linking him to Bach and Schubert. Stream it now on Apple Music and Spotify.
French virtuoso Pierre-Laurent Aimard delivers an unforgettable performance of Ravel, Debussy, and Benjamin at London's Wigmore Hall, showcasing breathtaking technical command and emotional depth.