Works

A picture of rolling countryside , which has inspires pastoral music

Best pastoral music: 5 works inspired by the countryside

An illustration of the counting song Hickory Dickory Dock

Counting songs: 10 of the best

Egyptian opera Aida

Egyptian-inspired music: how the ancient land of pharaohs and gods fascinated composers

Five essential works by Benjamin Britten

Five essential works by Benjamin Britten

Philharmonia Fantastique

Philharmonia Fantastique: an orchestral odyssey

John William Waterhouse - The Lady of Shalott

10 most famous poems of all time

Old Mother Hubbard

10 most popular nursery rhymes

Which is the best Mahler Symphony?

Which is the best Mahler symphony?

A guide to Beethoven's Symphony No. 9

A guide to Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9

Orb and Sceptre - a guide to Walton's coronation march

Orb and Sceptre: a guide to Walton’s coronation march

An image showing the lyrics and music to the hymn Amazing Grace.

What are the lyrics to ‘Amazing Grace’?

Five essential works by Grieg

Beethoven's Symphony No. 6 'Pastoral' guide

A guide to Beethoven’s Symphony No. 6 ‘Pastoral’

Edward Elgar

Elgar’s Pomp & Circumstance Marches: what they are, when he composed them and their place in history

Crown Imperial: a guide to Walton's coronation march

Crown Imperial: a guide to Walton’s coronation march