Beethoven composed some the most recognisable classical music in the world, from his monumental "Choral" Symphony to intimate solo piano music like the "Moonlight" Sonata. In 2019, ABC Classic ...

You might be surprised to learn that Deaf audiences are nothing new at venues like the Sydney Opera House. In fact, deafness and classical music have been intertwined for centuries. Some of the most ...

This pared-back recording, which uses period-accurate instruments, makes Beethoven's thrilling music sound neat and prissy Ivan Hewett is The Telegraph’s Classical Music Critic and an author whose ...

Last summer, the meme “Beethoven was Black” was trending online, a trope that drew the iconic composer into a 21st century discussion about race and social justice. But there is another curious ...

Discover the fascinating origins and evolution of classical music, from ancient beginnings to legendary composers like ...

Kevin Bazzana Bazzana holds a PhD in music history from the University of California at Berkeley and a master's degree in musicology and performance practice from Stanford University. His two books ...

Explore the lives of classical composers and how their experiences influenced their iconic music. This video delves into the ...

In 2020, the world will be celebrating the famous classical music composer, Ludwig van Beethoven, with exciting projects and orchestras big and small. Anyone taking a trip around the world in 2020 ...

Beethoven’s 250th anniversary was not the year any of us were expecting, but, as symphony cycles and opera productions were cancelled, his music spoke to us in deeper, more intimate ways. Recently, I ...

From laundry lists to a lock of hair, this British Library exhibition is rich in detail and extraordinarily moving (despite some omissions) Ivan Hewett is The Telegraph’s Classical Music Critic and an ...