Alan Hawkshaw was a talented composer, musical director and pianist

Tributes pour in for beloved composer Alan Hawkshaw of ‘Countdown’ TV theme

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A new Maria Callas bronze statue has been unveiled in Athens, and classical music fans aren't sure what to think

Star soprano or Star Wars? Classical music fans weigh in on the new Maria Callas statue

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Maria Callas

What does the music to Hans Zimmer’s ‘Dune’ sound like, and why are there three soundtracks?

Hans Zimmer’s ‘Dune’ score: what does it sound like, and why are there three soundtracks?

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Zimmer

Kristen Stewart plays Diana Spencer

‘Spencer’: we reveal the Princess Diana biographical film’s soundtrack, cast and release date

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MayTree perform Squid Game medley

A cappella choir flawlessly singing the ‘Squid Game’ soundtrack will haunt your dreams

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Nathalie Stutzmann conducts the Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France

Nathalie Stutzmann named second ever female conductor of major American orchestra

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String players performing

63% of Black musicians have experienced racism in the UK music industry, says new report

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Anita, rests her head on her music notes during rehearsal for the Zohra Orchestra at Afghanistan National Institute of Music, in Kabul

As musicians flee, Afghanistan's music scene tilters on the edge of silence

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Young audience applauding

The UK’s best cheap orchestra and opera tickets for young audiences

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Adele fugue

Grade-A music geek turns Adele’s ‘Hello’ into a Bach fugue with perfect counterpoint

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Actor Yevgeny Kulesh dies on stage at Moscow's Bolshoi Theater

Tragedy at Moscow’s Bolshoi Theatre as actor killed on stage during opera performance

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Portrait of excited young woman in auditorium of theatre

Spain’s teenagers to receive 400-euro culture pass to spend on concerts

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Violinist spots new neighbours having a lockdown wedding, walks into the road to serenade them

Violinist spots new neighbours having a lockdown wedding, walks into the road to serenade them

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Olivia Rodrigo / Gustav Mahler

‘Nothing in music is ever new’ says Olivia Rodrigo. And all these classical composers would agree.

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The Classic FM Puzzle Book 365 is now available to buy!

Test yourself with the all new Classic FM Puzzle Book 365

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Philadelphia Orchestra

Orchestras have worn white tails for centuries. Now, the times – and the tails – are changing.

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Lang Lang duets with Andrea Bocelli

Lang Lang duets with Andrea Bocelli, as two classical legends meet in casual jam session

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Lang Lang