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Why nobody should be shocked by pop and rock music at the BBC Proms
Meet Gautier Capuçon: the intrepid French cellist who played at the top of Mont Blanc
A spirited adventurer, cellist Gautier Capuçon recently performed while suspended by wires high above the Alps, as Anthony Cheng reports
Argentina national anthem: its lyrics, history and more
The Argentinian national anthem dates back to 1813, three years after the country split from Spain. Here are its patriotic lyrics
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Spain national anthem: what is it, and why doesn't it have any lyrics?
Our quick guide to the Spanish national anthem and its history
First Night of the Proms 2026: your complete guide to this year's Proms opening concert
The 2026 Proms are almost upon us, with eight weeks of captivating performances at the Royal Albert Hall and venues around the country. And they kick off in style with the First Night of the Proms...
The serious flaw in Spotify’s plan to distinguish humans from AI
Spotify’s new method of distinguishing AI-generated music from that made by real people is laudable… but sadly flawed, says Tom Service
So much more than Sibelius… try these 7 Finnish masterpieces
Conductor Sakari Oramo selects compelling works by Sibelius and his Finnish successors
Keep, Create, Renew: The Future of Classical Music
BBC Radio 3 and BBC Proms controller Sam Jackson explains why public funding matters for classical music in the UK – and why he believes the future is bright. As published in Arts Council England's 80th birthday volume of essays, 'Made in England: Art and Culture in Changing Times'
Vaughan Williams Symphony No. 5: The Best Recordings
Amid the misery of World War II, the British composer’s work offered a sense of calm and even optimism to some, as Terry Blain relates
Why old-school wired headphones STILL sound the best
The recipe for happiness: why good food and music are perfect partners
Music and food have enjoyed each other’s company since time immemorial. Georgia Mann explores this tasty partnership
The art of letting go – composing for another artist
Italian composer and pianist Olivia Belli shares insights on composing for other artists... and composing for herself
Why the SNCF jingle is some of today’s most powerful music
Tom Service salutes the brilliant effectiveness of a four-note motif that has become part of everyday aural life for millions of rail users across France
7 epic Renaissance choral works that still pack a punch today
British tenor Ed Lyon chooses some first-rate examples of epic Renaissance choral works
From Nixon to Gandhi, political giants make the most gripping opera characters
Miles Davis: the flawed genius who turned the jazz world upside down
Roger Thomas marks 100 years since the birth of a jazz legend by looking back at the style and personality that shaped his unique career
Sex, blood and blasphemy... opera’s most shocking moments
Some opera productions really do push the boundaries of good taste, reflects Ashutosh Khandekar as he relives some of the most outrageous of all
The Orchestra: A Young Person’s Guide – a bold new re-imagining of Britten's popular classic
Composer Charlotte Harding introduces her new work for the National Open Youth Orchestra – the world’s first disabled-led national youth ensemble
Fit for a queen: the colourful music of Marie Antoinette's court
As a lover of music, Marie Antoinette did much to promote composers and performers at her court in Versailles, explains Claire Jackson
All-in-one record players: the easy and affordable way to get into vinyl
Chris Haslam provides advice on the latest hi-fi equipment purchases
Travel in tempo: a guide to travelling safely with musical instruments
From airline rules to safeguarding valuable kit, how musicians can travel with confidence – with cover for their instruments if the unexpected happens
The 7 best pieces of music to get all 5 senses fizzing
Composer Jasmin Kent Rodgman selects works that present music as a multi-sensory experience
Nathan Henninger: orchestral music in an age of streaming and cinema
Music on the move: the best true wireless earbuds 2026
Chris Haslam introduces the best true wireless earbuds on the market right now
