How is the classical music world changing? Looking back on a dizzying year, we pay particular attention to performers’ ...
Our critic tracked one concert, from its first rehearsals to its first performance. Practice is only part of what makes this ensemble excellent.
Why do we focus on the bad news stories about cuts and crises in classical music ? Musicians are doing incredible things to engage, support and sustain us; we should tell those stories too ...
Julia Wolfe’s UnEarth will be on at the Barbican in January - Barbican As the winter evenings draw in, music becomes a solace as well as a pleasure. So far this year we’ve enjoyed a Proms season for ...
We proudly announce the nominations for the 2026 BBC Music Magazine Awards - all the very finest classical albums released during 2025 ...