Classical

Playlist: Copper Sounds

Ahead of the UK tour, Copper Sounds have curated a playlist that offers some insight into their influences and also acts as a springboard for discovery...

‘I get a kick out of creating something uniquely special with everyone I work with, and because I'm so interested in every aspect of music making, I like to dig deep whilst keeping a healthy respect for the heritage of different styles.’ Says Troy Miller of his varied career.

International Opera Awards 2019 finalists announced

The finalists for the 2019 International Opera Awards have been revealed with London’s Royal Opera House leading this year’s shortlist.

Research project into mental health and wellbeing in musicians launched

A major new research project is set to build on the 2016 report Can Music Make You Sick? to better understand the relationship between working conditions in the music industry and mental health.

PPL announces record breaking international collection

In 2018 PPL, the collecting society for performers and record labels, achieved its largest ever annual collection of £70.9 million.

Applications open for XpoNorth 2019 showcase

The Inverness-based creative industries festival has opened applications for the 2019 edition of the event, and musicians can now enter for a chance to secure a showcase spot.

Playlist: Riot Ensemble

Ahead of the performance the ensemble have curated a playlist of influences and relevant recordings.

UK Music CEO tackles big tech and copyright challenges faced by the music industry

‘What happens over the coming days and weeks in Brussels over Article 13 and copyright changes is pivotal to protect creators,’ says chief executive officer of UK Music and a former shadow culture secretary Michael Dugher.

Controller of BBC Radio 3 hails classical ‘boom time’

Following the British Phonographic Industry (BPI) report that classical music sales and streams have risen more that 10 percent, Alan Davey cites new talent as a factor and pledges continued support for the genre.

Glastonbury announces 2019 Emerging Talent competition

Glastonbury Festival has announced the return of its Emerging Talent competition following the event’s break in 2018, and the initiative is once again supported by PRS for Music and PRS Foundation.

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Applications open for Accelerator Programme
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Tomorrow’s Warriors launches reggae outreach scheme
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