Monday 12th January '15

It was reported today by Pizzicato that French conductor Frédéric Chaslin refused to conduct the Israeli Opera on Saturday after his request to have a moment of commemoration for the victims of the terrorist attacks in …

Wednesday 12th September '12

Classic FM Britten to be honoured on 50 pence piece The Royal Mint announced the new coin today as part of 'Britten 100', a huge anniversary celebration of the composer's life and work. Gramophone Berlin's Yellow Lounge plays host …

Friday 25th November '11

LA Times Shostakovich's 'Orango' found, finished and set for Disney Hall Olga Digonskaya uncovered Shostakovich's lost opera 'Orango', which Gerard McBurney has orchestrated. Peter Sellars directs, Esa-Pekka Salonen conducts at Walt Disney Concert Hall. Slipped Disc: Norman Lebrecht A …

Monday 22nd November '10

What is the first thought that comes into your head when the name 'Edward Elgar' is mentioned?  The quintessential English composer?  The last night of the Proms?  That massive moustache?  These reactions to Elgar demonstrate …