Classical Music News

Mariinsky II Opera House opens to the public

Mariinsky II Opera House opens to the public

Opening Night Gala launches three days of celebratory performances in St Petersburg

Soprano Julia Lezhneva talks about her new Decca disc of Motets

Soprano Julia Lezhneva talks about her new Decca disc of Motets

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ENO announces ambitious new season and positive financial news

ENO announces ambitious new season and positive financial news

A world premiere and a host of productions new to London

England’s In Harmony joins forces with Venezuela’s El Sistema programme

England’s In Harmony joins forces with Venezuela’s El Sistema programme

Two programmes, which promote social change through music, strengthen their ties with a new collaborative agreement

A new way to experience The Rite of Spring

A new way to experience The Rite of Spring

Animated, graphical score helps makes sense of Stravinsky’s revolutionary work

Borletti-Buitoni Trust celebrates 10th anniversary with live debate

Borletti-Buitoni Trust celebrates 10th anniversary with live debate

Mitsuko Uchida will open ‘Is Talent Enough?’ at Southbank Centre with a video discussion – watch in advance on the Gramophone Player!

The cellist János Starker has died

The cellist János Starker has died

Born July 5, 1924; died April 28, 2013

Han-Na Chang named Trondheim Symphony principal guest conductor

Han-Na Chang named Trondheim Symphony principal guest conductor

The young cellist and conductor takes up her role this year

Winning New Music Biennial commissions announced

Winning New Music Biennial commissions announced

Steel bands, skateboarding and string quartets among winning works

RPS Music Awards honour international music makers

RPS Music Awards honour international music makers

Five individuals will receive Royal Philharmonic Society Honorary Membership for their work outside the UK