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The soprano gets to the heart of ‘absolute gifts’ Susanna, Donna Elvira, the Contessa and co. In Singapore, the revival of an 18th-century gem

Editor Martin Cullingford introduces the February 2024 issue of Gramophone, which features revealing interviews with Asmik Grigorian and Martin James Bartlett

Alex Ross lists his favorite classical albums of 2023, including recordings of Monteverdi’s Vespers and new works by Cassandra Miller.

An evening-length ballet score by Adès, Vikingur Ólafsson’s Goldberg Variations, and classic recordings by Otto Klemperer are among the highlights.

As commemorations of the soprano’s centenary continue, Medea operas dominate the 2023-24 season. 

This week, we present a movement from the only ballet by one of Estonias greatest composers, centred on the exploits of a mischievous goblin

Arts on Alexander: Vox Luminis | Bach Cantatas | Classical music inspires and restores the human spirit. KMFA handcrafts exceptional classical music experiences on-air, online, and in community.

Horn player Sarah Willis is joined by three Berlin Phil colleagues on her final, joyful Cuban album. And electronica meets Middle English in MacRae’s absorbing new set of songs

When I got these new speakers for review, they were so new that, at the time I unpacked them, no official user manual was included or posted on the manufacturer's website, and the promised matching stands didn't exist. Yet, I have the abiding feeling that I am getting to the party long after it has started.

Baritone and pianist discuss their programme of songs on the theme of temptation, prohibition, good and evil