How did Ludvig van Beethoven lose his hearing?
Even without his hearing, the German master could compose landmark symphonies.
Classical Music
‘Switched-On Bach’: the moment classical music became a platinum hit
“It wasn’t much of a musical instrument.”
Punk as prologue: was Johann Sebastian Bach the John Lydon of classical music?
A link between two pioneers.
‘Quatuor Pour la Fin du Temps’: the “dissonant” piece of music Weyes Blood calls her all-time favourite
“The redemption comes in heavy.”
What was the first song to go “viral”?
Music “going viral” has become a feature of our age, but this was the start…
Vanessa Bedoret – ‘Eyes’ album review: spectres welcome at this feast
A gifted violinist, singer and producer.
Home Office forced to grant visas to Afghan Youth Orchestra following backlash
The U-turn comes just days before the tour was due to begin.
