How has Wagner's epithet affected the way we approach this favourite Beethoven symphony?

The once unfashionable string orchestra made an incredible comeback in the late 19th century, one which has not let up since.

Where do Louise Farrenc and Cécile Chaminade fit into France's rich history of female composers?

We look at some of the many depictions of Heaven in the Christian choral tradition.

Pour marquer le concert de l'Orchestre à la Halle aux Grains, le 21 mai, nous nous penchons sur une question parfois épineuse ...

Anlässlich unserer Konzerte in Würzburg (am 26. und 27. Mai), werfen wir einen Blick auf eine knifflige Frage ...

How Bach fell from favour and rose to glory again ...

In anticipation of April Fools' Day, we take a look at some examples of musical tomfoolery.

What makes Ravel such a great orchestrator?

An overview of Nordic legends retold in music, from Grieg to the present day.

What drew Beethoven to return to the same theme four times over?

From Haydn to Maxwell Davies, composers have delighted in portraying the majesty of the rising sun. We look at a few of them ...