The five unmissable classical albums this week, featuring Sir Stephen Hough and Masabane Cecilia Rangwanasha

James McCarthy
Friday, February 28, 2025

Your guide to this week's essential new classical releases, including new recordings of Walton's Violin Concerto, Schumann's songs and Malcolm Arnold's choral music

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