How AI Is Being Used to Compose Classical Music

Artificial intelligence is transforming classical music composition, helping composers generate ideas, complete unfinished masterpieces and rethink creativity itself. Discover how AI is shaping the future of classical music while complementing, rather than replacing, human artistry.

Applications Open for the Olga & Jules Craen Foundation's Young Musician of the Year Award 2027

After a hiatus of two years, it is with great pleasure that The Olga & Jules Craen Foundation invites young musicians from anywhere in India to apply for its Young Musician of the Year 2027 award.  The OJCF is pleased to convey that the National Centre for the Performing Arts

The Underrated Works of Franz Schubert You Should Hear

Beyond the 'Unfinished Symphony' and 'Trout Quintet' lies a wealth of remarkable music. Discover ten underrated works by Franz Schubert that reveal his lyrical brilliance, inventive imagination and extraordinary range across chamber, orchestral, sacred and piano music.

Composing for the Classroom: Writing Music That Inspires Learning

Educational repertoire demands creativity as much as concert music. Composer and educator James Welburn explores how writing for learners balances imagination with pedagogy, helping young musicians develop technique, confidence and a lifelong love of making music.

10 Common Myths About Classical Music – Debunked

Classical music is surrounded by misconceptions, from the idea that it is only for experts to the belief that it is outdated. We separate fact from fiction by debunking ten of the most common myths.

Music Education Methods: Suzuki vs. Kodály

The Suzuki and Kodály methods have shaped music education for generations, but they take very different approaches to developing young musicians. Discover their philosophies, strengths and key differences to help determine which method best suits different learners.

How Classical Music Survived Wars and Political Upheavals

From wartime premieres to hidden manuscripts and exiled composers, classical music has repeatedly survived humanity's darkest moments. Discover how wars, revolutions and political upheavals shaped the music we continue to perform and cherish today.

Who Stole Haydn's Head? The Bizarre Tale of Skull Theft

Joseph Haydn's musical legacy is celebrated worldwide, but few know the extraordinary story of what happened after his death. Discover the bizarre tale of the composer's stolen skull, scientific obsession and the remarkable journey that lasted 145 years.

On the Horizon: Melissa Dunphy and Dominick DiOrio on Climate, Community, and Choral Music

Composer Melissa Dunphy and conductor Dominick DiOrio discuss ‘On the Horizon’, a large-scale cantata confronting climate change through the voices of young singers, and reflect on collaboration, responsibility, and the enduring communal power of choral music.

Master Your Musical Journey: How to Build a Winning Digital Portfolio

The digital music portfolio is essential for showcasing a musician’s skills, experience, and artistic journey. It helps reviewers assess talent online, requiring clear structure, strong recordings, updated content, and cohesive presentation to create opportunities.

Exploring Chopin’s Raindrop Prelude, Op. 28 No. 15

Through its famous repeated note, shifting harmonies and dramatic contrasts, Chopin’s Raindrop Prelude traces an emotional path from serenity to turbulence and back again, revealing the composer’s extraordinary ability to create profound expression from remarkably simple musical material.

John Tavener's 'Krishna' at Grange Park Opera

World Premiere, 4 June 2026; Performance Reviewed: 13 June. Sir John Tavener's 'Krishna' transforms episodes from Hindu mythology into a visually rich and spiritually ambitious opera, combining haunting music, vivid imagery and moments of transcendence.