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The result is a fascinating, often surprising snapshot of classical music's enduring legacy, as seen through the eyes (and ears) of those actively shaping its future. Some names you’d expect to …

The night may have seemingly belonged to the likes of Chappell Roan, Beyoncé, Sabrina Carpenter and Kendrick Lamar, and there were even wins for The Beatles and The Rolling …

This list celebrates the greatest symphonies ever written: landmark works that transformed music, captured the spirit of their age, and continue to move audiences around the world.

Few composers have shaped the landscape of Western music as profoundly as Ludwig van Beethoven. Straddling the Classical and Romantic eras, Beethoven's works are more than just …

Are these the best operas of all time? Uncover a world of classical music news, reviews and expert opinions with classical-music.com

Our round-up of the best must-have performances of classical music. Update your collection with the great symphonies, choral works, operas, chamber and instrumental works

Bach (1685–1750) is one of the most influential composers in Western music history, whose mastery of harmony, counterpoint, and form shaped the course of classical music.

In her review, Alexandra Wilson finds much to enjoy in this glorious family album of beautiful music for Lent and Passiontide from the brilliant Bevans

Planning a Valentine's dinner with your loved one? Here are our favourite pieces of romantic classical music that will set the mood.