Steve Wright
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Tasmin Little interview: no longer performing, but busier than ever
As 2020 drew to a close, British violinist Tasmin Little stepped down from a highly successful performing career. But, as she tells Charlotte Smith, she is now busier than ever
January 2024
Christmas carol meanings: what your favourite carols signify
What do the words of our best-known Christmas carols actually mean? Here are some popular Christmas carol lyrics and meanings
English National Opera to move to Manchester
A year after being told by the Arts Council that it must leave London, English National Opera says it will move to Greater Manchester
New Christmas carols: three new carols get world premiere in London
Composed by Ben Morales Frost, the three brand new carols all get world premieres at London's Cadogan Hall in December 2023
Christmas 2023
Doctor Who voted UK’s favourite sci-fi theme tune
The Doctor Who theme tune, composed by Ron Grainer and arranged by Delia Derbyshire, topped the chart with its eerie, otherworldly sound
David Pickard to step down as BBC Proms director
David Pickard will stand down in 2024 after nine adventurous years with BBC Proms, featuring visits from many leading musicians and ensembles
2023 Ivors Classical Awards go to John Rutter, Hannah Kendall, Thomas Adès, Dobrinka Tabakova and more
John Rutter, Tansy Davies and Matthew Herbert all received Gift of the Academy Awards
BBC Young Musician 2024 opens for entries
The much-loved biennial search for the UK’s most promising classical musical performers is open for entries for its 2024 competition
Royal Albert Hall 'completed' with statues of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip
King Charles unveils permanent statue of Queen Elizabeth II at the Royal Albert Hall
Musical terms dictionary: a glossary of useful musical language
Stuck on the meaning of a particular musical terms? Help is at hand, with the BBC Music Magazine glossary of musical terminology