As the classical music world approaches the dual commemorative milestones of 2026—marking the 125th anniversary of Gerald Finzi’s birth in 1901 and the 70th anniversary of his passing in 1956—the revered English composer’s catalog is experiencing a profound resurgence. At the vanguard of this revival are acclaimed tenor Nick Pritchard and pianist Ian Tindale, a … Read more
Executive Overview On Thursday, 24 September, the historic London Wren church of St James Garlickhythe will play host to a luminous evening of classical masterworks and cinematic themes, all dedicated to a profoundly human cause. Renowned pianist and collaborative artist Christopher Glynn will take centre stage to perform and host a benefit concert in aid … Read more
Executive Overview In an era where classical music frequently looks backward to preserve its rich heritage, bold contemporary initiatives continuously challenge the boundaries of historical instruments. Enter acclaimed British-Polish harpsichordist Katarzyna Kowalik and her groundbreaking international project, Meditations for Harpsichord. Slated for its world premiere in the autumn of 2026, this ambitious cross-cultural undertaking bridges … Read more
London’s dynamic contemporary opera scene recently played host to an intriguing and ambitious workshop premiere: The History of Mr. Polly: Part One. Staged on September 9, 2026, as part of the esteemed Tête à Tête: The Opera Festival at The Cockpit, this new work by composer and librettist Edward Longstaff tackles a literary giant—H.G. Wells’s … Read more
On Thursday, September 10, 2026, the venerable Royal Albert Hall played host to one of the most ambitious baroque undertakings of the season. Conductor Jonathan Cohen led his acclaimed period-instrument ensemble, Arcangelo, alongside a stellar quintet of vocal soloists, in a monumental reading of Johann Sebastian Bach’s Mass in B minor. Known across the classical … Read more
The contemporary opera landscape received a compelling and atmospheric addition on September 9, 2026, with the world premiere of Eight Days. Staged at London’s renowned Cockpit Theatre as part of the esteemed Tête à Tête: The Opera Festival, this chamber piece represents the fourteenth operatic work by the remarkably prolific composer Louis Mander. Produced by … Read more
As the high-summer arts festival circuit reaches its zenith, Vache Baroque is preparing to unveil one of its most ambitious theatrical undertakings to date. For its flagship 2026 summer festival, the acclaimed early-music ensemble is mounting a lavish, highly collaborative production of William Shakespeare’s The Tempest. Rather than relying on a conventional modern text reading … Read more
Executive Overview In the grand historical narrative of the 1969 Apollo 11 moon landing, the spotlight has traditionally fallen on a select group of figures: the astronauts who took "one small step," the visionary engineers at Mission Control, and the political architects of the Cold War space race. Yet, beneath the roaring thunder of the … Read more
Executive Overview In the contemporary landscape of classical music, the chasm between historical repertoire and new composition can sometimes appear insurmountable. For centuries, the towering achievements of Renaissance polyphony have stood as museum pieces—pristine, revered, but frequently locked behind glass, admired rather than actively engaged with by modern creators. Enter ORA Singers, a pioneering force … Read more
Executive Overview History is written by the victors, and in the pantheon of classical music, a select few titans—most notably Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ludwig van Beethoven, and Joseph Haydn—tend to cast an impenetrable shadow over their contemporaries. Yet, the musical landscape of the late 18th and early 19th centuries was a vibrant, fiercely competitive ecosystem … Read more
