BBC Proms

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Laura van der Heijden: the gifted, thoughtful and ever-questing cellist who won BBC Young Musician at just 15

With her recording of Walton’s Concerto, cellist Laura van der Heijden revisits her BBC Young Musician win – but with a new, mature focus
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Alice Coote: the impressively versatile British mezzo-soprano gracing the 2024 BBC Proms

Here's a brief introduction to the British mezzo-soprano Alice Coote, who performs at the BBC Proms on Thursday 25 July and who's earned an enviable reputation for her captivating performances across a wide range of operatic roles.
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Jules Buckley: the inimitable conductor, composer and arranger serving up an infectious mix of classical, pop and jazz

Jules Buckley is one of the most dynamic and interesting musicians around today, but who exactly is he? Michael Beek gives you a quick guide
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Eric Whitacre: Nevada's most famous composer, who has broken records with his virtual choirs

Meet Eric Whitacre, the hugely popular US composer, conductor and founder of the Virtual Choir
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Sleepers and Scowlers, Lovebirds and Last-Nighters: your ultimate BBC Proms spotter’s guide

Part of the fun of the BBC Proms is all the fascinating people-watching to be done. From Sleepers to Scowlers, here are 15 Proms stereotypes to spot and tick off. Which one are you?
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Timing, poise and mental calm: why legendary gymnast Simone Biles is an inspiration for all musicians

Conductor Gemma New salutes the focus, positivity and grace under pressure of artistic gymnast Simone Biles
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BBC National Orchestra of Wales: all you need to know about the Welsh orchestra returning to the Proms in 2024

Discover the BBC National Orchestra of Wales, one of the BBC's five orchestras and an ambassador for classical music in Wales
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Handel’s Music for the Royal Fireworks – a guide to the uplifting work composed to mark the end of a war

Handel’s uncanny gift for furnishing a great moment in history with suitably grandiose music is brilliantly demonstrated in his Music for the Royal Fireworks
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Who is Yo-Yo Ma? Everything you need to know about the legendary American cellist who returns to the Proms this summer

Meet Yo-Yo Ma, the brilliant US cellist, who has inspired players and audiences around the world
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BBC Symphony Orchestra: all you need to know about the flagship UK orchestra returning to the Proms in 2024

Discover the BBC Symphony Orchestra, the BBC’s principal broadcasting orchestra at the heart of British cultural life since 1930
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BBC Concert Orchestra: all you need to know about the versatile UK orchestra returning to the Proms in 2024

Discover the BBC Concert Orchestra, the smallest and most adaptable of the BBC's five orchestras
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Paavo Järvi: Everything you need to know about the Estonian conductor who is appearing at this year’s BBC Proms…

All you need to know about the Berlin Philharmonic: the acclaimed German orchestra returning to the Proms in 2024

Discover the Berlin Philharmonic, the legendary German orchestra known for its charismatic conductors and special sound
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Daniel Bartholomew-Poyser: the Canadian conductor bringing disco to the 2024 BBC Proms

Dani Howard: a guide to the talented young composer whose music features at the BBC Proms 2024 

Meet Dani Howard, the brilliant young British composer, who has recently been appointed composer-in-residence with the National Youth Orchestra of Great Britain
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