Blog Archives

8th April 2021

National Orchestra for All seeks donations for its work breaking down barriers in music-making

£1500 is what it costs to provide access to participatory music-making for marginalised young people in the UK.

7th April 2021

St John’s Smith Square and Southbank Sinfonia to join forces from April 2021

Southbank Sinfonia sets up a permanent base at St John’s Smith Square rooting the development of world-class musical talent in central London.

6th April 2021

100 young musicians from low income families to meet MILOŠ in inspirational online session

100 young musicians from low income families to meet MILOŠ in inspirational online session on Monday 12th April 2021

5th April 2021

Orchestra of the Swan’s new album Labyrinths in recording at Saffron Hall this week

Classical – whatever the format or the content – is more than entertainment. It’s art. It’s also community.

3rd April 2021

Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment Marquee TV co-production of Bach’s St John Passion is a must-see

At best I might consider myself spiritual. But, this Easter weekend, listening to the music of Bach, I’m beginning to question. Sort of.

2nd April 2021

Culture Recovery Fund Round 2 recipients announced

The second round of recipients of the Culture Recovery Fund has been announced today.

1st April 2021

First selection of live events announced for 2021

A selection of (actual) live event announcements scheduled for the next few months.

1st April 2021

Introducing the UK’s fourth classical music radio station

Thoroughly Good Radio launches on Friday 21 May 2021 at an innovative open-air COVID-safe street festival not that far from Blackheath.

30th March 2021

London Symphony Orchestra announce new Chief Conductor Antonio Pappano to start September 2024

LSO has a new Chief Conductor from September 2024. Sir Antonio Pappano will take on the new role after he steps down from his Royal Opera House Music Directorship in July 2024, the LSO announced today.