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Classical Guide / Editor's Desk
This spring, pianist Yuja Wang performs across Europe's most prestigious venues to once again deliver performances with her dazzling interpretations.
Classical Guide
Classical Guide / Editor's Desk
Classical Guide / Classical World
Neither a fully-sung drama, nor a play with added songs, but combining the best of both worlds, operetta is often unfairly overlooked or dismissed, but offers an ideal introduction to the conventions of classical music theater for the novice, or simply a charmingly light-hearted night out for the aficionado.
Classical Guide / Classical World
When it sounds like Mozart, but somehow different, then it's Haydn, right? If that's where your knowledge about Haydn ends, read more about one of the few composers who attained fame and success in his own lifetime.
Classical Guide / Classical World
A time of delicious smells, twinkling lights, the thrill of anticipation… but for many music lovers, it is the sounds of Christmas that conjure up the strongest associations and emotional ties.
Classical Guide / Classical World
Come Christmastime, parents around the world dutifully bring their kids to see “The Nutcracker”, and later entertain their newly-ignited dreams of ballerina stardom.
Classical Guide / Classical World
"The Nutcracker" is certainly the ultimate Christmas ballet, but maybe this is the year to branch out and end the year with a dance experience of a different kind. Try a lesser-known classic, or delve into the world of contemporary dance.
Classical Guide / Classical World / Music Destinations
Welcome 2016 in three of Italy’s greatest cities! Raise a toast to the New Year and bid farewell to the old in the best Italian style, with music, wine and fine food.
Classical Guide / Classical World
There’s more to the classical music repertoire than just the usual keys and strings. We would like to take a moment to spotlight a few of the unsung instrument heroes of the ensemble and their place in classical music history.
Classical Guide / Classical World
Vienna celebrates New Year’s Eve in three-quarter time. The variety of New Year’s waltz concerts can be dizzying. Use our guide to New Year’s in Vienna to decide which is the one for you.
Classical Guide / Classical World
There are not many "golden rules", but a bit of advanced planning makes a concert or opera performance considerably more pleasant. Check out these useful tips.