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From female art trailblazers to playful performance fests, a ridiculous funk wannabe to a clubby Argentinian dance spectacular, our critics pick the arts events that will light up your summer
Barbican, London
The period instrument orchestra’s late 19th and early 20th-century programme showcased its agility and velvety warmth but more precision – in terms of the instruments used – would be welcome
Stravinsky was one of the most important and influential of all 20th century composers. Here we list 20 of our favourite recordings of his masterpieces that all make for highly rewarding listening
To mark the composer’s 200th anniversary we talked to ten of today’s leading conductors of his music about one symphony each. The result is a fascinating insight into of one of the most significant of all symphonic cycles