The term is applied to radically different compositions across more than 1,000 years of history. We need a better definition.

From the harmonies and impressionistic sparkle of the French school to the avant-garde of the Viennese school and all the way across to the rhythmic vitality of the Russian school, the early twentieth ...

taking part of her musical heritage and reimagining it with a classical orchestra. Naomi: Another country with a huge influence in 20th Century music is Russia. Ludwig: Who is zis man? Vhy so serious?

Advancing technology enabled the recording of classical music and jazz, which in turn lead to the rise of globe-straddling artists like Pavarotti and Callas. Music in the 20th Century changed ...

As classical music saw great changes throughout the beginning of the 20 th century, Barber rejected the modern musical takes, instead preferring the 19 th century harmonic language. He could also ...

That includes iconic figures like Leonard Bernstein, one of Curtis’ most renowned alumni and perhaps one of the best-known figures in 20th-century classical music. A conductor, composer ...

especially 20th century classical music, from a different, borderless perspective. By the time I started studying in the conservatory I was already in love with music and composers that no one else ...

20th Century Radicals is a groundbreaking new Radio 3 series, celebrating a generation of composers whose creative endeavours changed the face of classical music. Each episode focuses on the life ...