Putin's 2026 Propaganda Calendar Unveiled
Russia releases a 2026 calendar glorifying Vladimir Putin with images of judo and piano playing. Explore the curated persona of the long-standing leader.
Russia releases a 2026 calendar glorifying Vladimir Putin with images of judo and piano playing. Explore the curated persona of the long-standing leader.
Marking its 50th year, the Australian Chamber Orchestra releases a live recording of Beethoven & Brahms violin concertos under Richard Tognetti. A compelling souvenir from a world-class ensemble.
Discover the remarkable story of Avril Coleridge-Taylor, whose 1936 piano concerto receives its premiere recording, revealing her complex relationship with her father's activist legacy and her own musical identity.
Icelandic pianist Víkingur Ólafsson's new concept album 'Opus 109' recontextualises Beethoven's masterpiece alongside Bach and Schubert, offering one of the most beautiful recordings of the sonata.
Don't miss the BBC Two broadcast of the Oscar-winning masterpiece 'The Piano' tonight at midnight. This period drama features stunning performances and cinematography.
BBC viewers face disappointment as Claudia Winkleman's highly anticipated Christmas piano special gets cancelled last minute due to filming complications and scheduling conflicts.
The BBC has halted production on Claudia Winkleman's upcoming series 'The Piano' after alarming safety issues emerged during filming at Manchester's Manchester Cathedral, leaving crew members shaken.
French virtuoso Pierre-Laurent Aimard delivers an unforgettable performance at London's Wigmore Hall, showcasing breathtaking technical command and profound musical insight in works by Beethoven, Carter, and Messiaen.
Oscar-winning actor Denzel Washington demonstrates remarkable composure as he confronts and removes a disruptive heckler during his Broadway performance in 'The Piano Lesson', proving his real-life authority matches his on-screen presence.
Viewers across Britain are hailing Channel 4's 'The Piano' as television perfection as the emotional finale brings audiences to tears with extraordinary musical discoveries from ordinary people.
Game of Thrones star Sophie Turner enjoys an intimate dinner with Coldplay frontman Chris Martin, featuring a private piano performance and growing friendship amid her relationship with Peregrine Pearson.
Former Hollywood piano instructor John Kaleel is wanted internationally after fleeing child abuse charges. The 47-year-old is believed to have connections to the UK as authorities intensify their global manhunt.
Supermodel Gisele Bündchen showcases her toned physique while sharing an adorable snapshot of her sons Benjamin and Vivian mastering the piano in a rare family glimpse.
Pianist Jonathan Biss completes his monumental Beethoven journey with a stunning fourth volume that challenges everything we know about classical interpretation. Discover how this recording redefines musical legacy.
Chaos erupted outside Lady Gaga's exclusive London performance as hundreds of ticket-holding 'Little Monsters' were unexpectedly denied entry to the intimate show.
Lady Gaga delivers breathtaking stripped-back performances in her Las Vegas residency, blending jazz classics with reimagined pop hits in a show that reveals her raw vocal talent.
Violinist Viktoria Mullova and pianist Alasdair Beatson deliver a revelatory new album of Beethoven's early Violin Sonatas, Opp. 12, praised for its clarity, wit, and profound musical dialogue.
A breathtaking performance of Beethoven's Violin Concerto by Isabelle Faust, accompanied by the mighty Gewandhausorchester Leipzig under Andris Nelsons, becomes an instant classic at the BBC Proms 2025.
A groundbreaking new biography uncovers the profound personal tragedies and political turmoil that shaped Ludwig van Beethoven's revolutionary final works, revealing a man raging against his fate in 1820s Vienna.
Francesco La Vecchia and Sonata da Camera breathe new life into Goffredo Petrassi's underrated concertos, delivering a performance that is both dynamic and deeply expressive.
Iván Fischer and the Budapest Festival Orchestra deliver a spellbinding evening of Beethoven and Bartók at London's Royal Albert Hall, leaving audiences in awe.
Explore Sam Neill's most iconic performances across film and television, showcasing his versatility and enduring appeal in Hollywood and beyond.
South Korean pianist Yunchan Lim delivers a breathtaking rendition of Rachmaninov's Piano Concerto No. 3 at the BBC Proms, leaving the Royal Albert Hall audience spellbound.
A rugby icon shares an unexpected lesson from piano training that transformed his approach to sport – and life. Discover how ‘perfect practice’ can elevate your skills.
A deep dive into the newly released recordings of Claudio Arrau's mesmerising performances at the Ambassador Auditorium, showcasing the pianist's unparalleled artistry.
Discover how England's women footballers unwind with piano, Lego, and more as they prepare for Euro 2025.
Renowned pianist Alexander Gavrylyuk shares his thoughts on the unifying power of music and why viewing it as a competition misses the point.
A piano instructor at a Texas private school has been sentenced to a decade in prison for sexually abusing multiple young students over several years.
Discover the inspiring story of Cyril Smith, the postwar pianist who defied the odds to perform masterpieces with just one hand, leaving an indelible mark on classical music.
Celebrating the life and legacy of Sir Roger Norrington, the visionary conductor whose radical approach revolutionised orchestral performance.