For this week's episode of the Gramophone Podcast, Editor Martin Cullingford sat down for an in-depth conversation with the wonderful soprano Ermonela Jaho, to talk about Opera Rara's new release of the final version of Puccini's La Rondine, as well as to talk about her path to t ...Show more
Anthony Roth Costanzo on his new album and book, 'Countertenor'
Anthony Roth Constanzo has not only released a new recording for Nonesuch, but he has written a book, also called Countertenor, which is published next week, by Farrar, Straus and Giroux. The album’s astoundingly eclectic programme embraces a world premiere recording of a new son ...Show more
This week, we’re going back to the Baroque Era to look at one of the most famous compositions of all time, George Handel’s Messiah! If you liked this episode, please subscribe, leave a comment, and share with your friends! Check us out in Patreon to support our channel: https://w ...Show more
Thomas Tallis's work is one of the most elaborate and spectacular pieces of choral music ever written. Scored for 40 voices, the piece is best sung and heard in the round in order to appreciate an extraordinary sonic experience. Choral conductor Simon Halsey and Michael Morpurgo ...Show more
In today's episode, Stephen and Joanna pour over some of the most passionate music ever performed and conceived - the violin concerto. They explore the mechanics of violin playing, discuss their favourite virtuoso fiddlers and also explore major works by Elgar, Brahms, Tchaikovsk ...Show more