Vasily Petrenko's Guide to the Orchestra
Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes of an orchestra? Vasily Petrenko and his talented players reveal all...
Competitions
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Win tickets to Bergen Phil and LittonCatch the Bergen Phil and Andrew Litton on their England tour this March. Classic FM has five pairs of tickets to give away.
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Classic FM's Most WantedVote for your Classic FM Most Wanted in March and you could win a Virgin Media Freedom Netbook thanks to Virgin Media.
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Win with LiberaWe've teamed up with EMI Classics to offer you a chance to win a copy of Libera's new album and tickets to a champagne…
On air
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Great British OrchestrasThis week’s featured orchestra is the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra
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Classic FM Arts DailyBob Chilcott talks about his requiem and the state or choral music in the UK today.
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This Week's Running OrderSee what musical delights John Brunning has in store for you this week on The Full Works Concert.
Music News & Features
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Nigel Kennedy takes football to SouthbankViolinist Nigel Kennedy is to perform a soundtrack of the 1973 World Cup qualifying match England v Poland at the Southbank.
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Dinnington Colliery Band makes comebackThe traditional colliery band from Yorkshire today releases an album on Decca Records, called A Band for Britain.
Mother's Day
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Mothering SundayFrom the perfect soundtrack to the ideal gift. Find everything you need to make sure your Mother's Day is a relaxing one...
Classical Concerts & Events
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Painting History: Delaroche & Lady Jane GreyWin tickets to this exhibition at the National Gallery exploring the work of celebrated 19th-century artist Paul Delaroche.
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The Cruise ShowFancy sailing the South Pacific on a tall ship? Get 2 tickets for the price of 1 to the UK’s only travel exhibition…
Get involved with our Charity
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MusicQuest 201015,000 children have been introduced to Classical Music through our charity, Music Makers. Read all about it here!
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Overseas ChallengesSign up to an Overseas Challenge today and help raise vital funds for Classic FM’s charity, Music Makers.
The Classic FM Shop
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Songs for MotherClassic FM presents Songs for Mother is an amazing 2CD album of 40 of the most beautiful classical hits.
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Classic FM MagazineOur Guide to the Orchestra-themed April issue goes behind the scenes at the RLPO.
