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Emil Gilels, born on 19 October 1916 in Odessa, is widely regarded as one of the greatest pianists of all time. Universally admired for his superb technical control and polished tone, his discography details his development from early impulsiveness and

Over the past decade, it has become more and more common to see women conducting orchestras. Many people believe that women only started conducting in the twentieth century, but that belief would be mistaken. As of 2025, we’re still waiting

Inspirations Behind Simon Holt’s a book of colours – No. 1. duendecitos The three grotesques are at their meal, cups and bread ready. But these are Goya’s vision of the clergy of his day: rapacious and demanding, full of false

This new release from prize-winning Russian pianist Anna Geniushene explores the early creativity of the great Romantic composers Chopin, Schumann, Brahms, Berg and Tchaikovsky, revealing the ambition, curiosity and individuality that shaped their musical identities. ‘The title Opus 1 carries

Franz Schubert is renowned for his melodic genius, emotional depth, and his ability to capture the human experience in music. His works, ranging from intimate lieder to expansive symphonies, have left an enduring mark on classical music. For those drawn

The prominent French composer Charles Gounod (1818–1893) is best known for his operas and his lyrical vocal works. However, his sacred choral music represents a significant yet often underappreciated facet of his oeuvre. Gounod’s choral works range from large-scale oratorios

Most classical music lovers know about Glenn Gould and his legendary recordings of Bach’s Goldberg Variations. But do you know about Rosalyn Tureck, the incredible keyboard player who inspired him? Over the course of her very long career, Rosalyn Tureck