Frumptarn Guggenband is a vibrant brass and percussion ensemble based in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, and stands as one of the UK’s most prominent proponents of Guggenmusik—a lively and theatrical musical …
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Passionate. Sensual. An evening of intimate rarities. Who’s on stage Maria Włoszczowska directs harpist Oliver Wass and musicians from Royal Northern Sinfonia. What they’re playing Be transported to Paris in …
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Heroic. Gripping. Music with the ‘wow’ factor. Who’s on stage Conductor Stephanie Childress and pianist Piotr Anderszewski (whose performance The Guardian recently described as ‘raw and astonishing’) are the guest …
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Gustav Mahler’s Fifth Symphony: A Monumental Journey Through Emotion and Form
by alan.dotchinby alan.dotchinGustav Mahler’s Symphony No. 5 in C-sharp minor stands as one of the most iconic works in the symphonic repertoire. Composed between 1901 and 1902, this masterpiece represents a turning …
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Gustav Mahler: A Visionary Composer of the Late Romantic Era
by alan.dotchinby alan.dotchinGustav Mahler (1860–1911) was one of the most influential and visionary composers of the late Romantic period. His music, deeply personal and emotionally expansive, bridges the 19th and 20th centuries, …
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Vivaldi’s Gloria Magnificat and Handel’s Dixit Dominus, Newcastle Cathedral
by alan.dotchinby alan.dotchinAntonio Vivaldi and George Frideric Handel were two of the most prominent Baroque composers, each leaving an indelible mark on sacred music. Their choral masterpieces, Gloria and Magnificat (Vivaldi) and …
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The Magic Flute: An Opera of Mystery, Symbolism, and Enlightenment
by alan.dotchinby alan.dotchinIntroduction Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s The Magic Flute (Die Zauberflöte) remains one of the most beloved and frequently performed operas in the world. Premiering on September 30, 1791, at the Freihaus-Theater …
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Peace. Serenity. Simply Divine. Who’s on stage Royal Northern Sinfonia and the Chorus of Royal Northern Sinfonia are headed up by choral specialist conductor Sofi Jeannin. What they’re playing A …
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Dinis Sousa, born in 1988, is a distinguished Portuguese conductor whose dynamic career has garnered international acclaim. As of 2025, he holds the position of Principal Conductor with the Royal …
Bright. Direct. Take a refreshing musical shower. Who’s on stage Maria Włoszczowska has incredible energy and passion as both a violinist and director. Tonight she leads Royal Northern Sinfonia in …
Epic. Joyous. The marmite of music. Who’s on stage London Philharmonic Orchestra sold out Sage One last time they visited, so we fully expect they’ll do the same again. This …
Gabriel Fauré’s Requiem: A Masterpiece of Serenity and Consolation Gabriel Fauré’s Requiem in D minor, Op. 48 is one of the most beloved and distinctive settings of the Roman Catholic …