He has been dubbed “the Taylor Swift of classical music”, but Andre Rieu sees himself more as the antidote to it. Stuffiness and snobbery go out the window when the …
A production named ‘The ‘Farmonic Orchestra’ is set to make its debut on London’s West End – featuring musicians playing instruments made from the vegetables found in Cornish pasties. The …
In the fall of 1922, New York City was rocked by a riot over hats. A fashion rule decreed that no one could wear a straw hat beyond Sept. 1. …
A huge majority of music lovers in the UK believe orchestras continue to play a crucial role in the nation’s cultural heritage and will continue to supercharge the country’s creative …
Rock star Alfie Boe (Image: Steve Schofield) I first had the pleasure of hearing Alfie Boe’s voice in concert at the Royal Albert Hall in 2012. An excerpt, perhaps, of …