Now playing Next musica Opera in the 21st century This week on Musica we talk to the rising directors turning the opera world on its head. 25/05/2023
Now playing Next Culture news Woman has ‘loud and full body orgasm’ during LA Philharmonic concert Love music? Love orgasms? Well, it turns out that Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5 can induce more than musical ecstasy... 02/05/2023
Now playing Next Culture news Here's where you can see the last-known piano of Frédéric Chopin The newly designed exhibition features an impressive array of priceless artifacts, including Chopin's final piano, a 19th-century Pleyel dating back to 1848, and an extensive collection of authentic manuscripts. 28/04/2023
Now playing Next Culture news Culture Re-View: A look back at this day in history Culture Re-View: Everything you need to know about ‘Für Elise’, the lost Beethoven bagatelle that's inspired everything from horror films to rubbish trucks. 27/04/2023
Now playing Next musica How Gustavo Dudamel is shaping the future of the Paris Opera As Music Director of the Paris Opera, the legendary composer Gustavo Dudamel wants to shine a light on upcoming artists and open the doors to a new generation of opera-goers. 20/04/2023
Now playing Next Culture news Danish Orchestra seeks doggy talent for Mozart's 'Hunting Symphony' Woof woof! The Danish Entertainment Orchestra is trying to sniff out two top dogs to join its ranks for a performance of Mozart's Hunting Symphony at the Haydn Festival in September. 14/04/2023
Now playing Next Culture news Daft Punk's Thomas Bangalter goes classic for first solo album Former Daft Punk member Thomas Bangalter has released his first solo album – and it’s quite the musical pivot. We give our verdict… 11/04/2023
Now playing Next Culture news Apple Music Classical shows Spotify's weakness for the genre Think Spotify is perfect? The launch of Apple Music Classical has shown all the ways the biggest music streamer is lagging behind. 07/04/2023
Now playing Next Culture news World Piano Day: Celebrating the beauty of pianos through paintings For World Piano Day, we've curated a stunning collection of some of the most iconic paintings featuring the beloved instrument. 29/03/2023
Now playing Next Culture news Chineke orchestra begins classical music tour in United States Chineke, Europe's first majority Black and ethnically diverse orchestra, has been leading the way in creating a more diverse future for classical music. 25/03/2023
Now playing Next musica Mentoring musicians: Maestro Gustavo Dudamel inspires a new generation World-famous conductor Gustavo Dudamel grew up in Venezuela and it was thanks to a programme to help children progress that he became a superstar in the world of classical music. 23/03/2023
Now playing Next Culture news Gustavo Dudamel leaves LA for move to New York Philharmonic The famous Venezuelan conductor is leaving Los Angeles after being wooed east to the Big Apple. 08/02/2023
Now playing Next Culture news Italy's opera houses sing to save Verdi's home Villa Verdi was the composer's home for over 50 years, but is up for public auction this year and it could be taken away from the public. 07/02/2023
Now playing Next Travel News Swoon at the glamour of the Viennese waltz season The Viennese balls are known for their opulent venues, elegant dress code and traditional dancing. 29/01/2023
Now playing Next musica Delving deep into the dark voices of opera with three legends They are the villains, the kings, the fathers, and they are the lowest male voices in opera. Musica speaks to Ferruccio Furlanetto, Bryn Terfel and Ludovic Tézier about what it takes to embody the most complex characters. 26/01/2023
Now playing Next Culture news The 360° sound system changing the concert experience in London From looping 17th century instrumentals to ambient immersive soundscapes. Kings Place's 2023 programming wants to change the way people think about and experience live music. 19/01/2023
Now playing Next Culture news Culture Re-View: A look back at this day in history Johnny Cash recorded the legendary album 'At Folsom Prison' in 1968. But that's not the only gig, nor only prison that has historic relevance on 13 January. 13/01/2023
Now playing Next Culture news Daniel Barenboim resigns from Berlin State Opera over health issues Daniel Barenboim resigns from Berlin State Opera over health issues 09/01/2023
Now playing Next Partner content Legendary music score composer Hans Zimmer takes his tour to Dubai PARTNER CONTENT PRESENTED BY DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM AND COMMERCE MARKETING DUBAI Hollywood music score composer and music producer Hans Zimmer has announced he will perform his Live Tour in Dubai for the first time. Speaking to Euronews, he said that people can expect ‘chaos’ and ‘something a little different’. 24/12/2022
Now playing Next Culture news What role did the sound of music play at the Qatar World Cup? If you weren't moved by the football action on the pitch, were you carried away by the music off it? Euronews Culture has been listening to the songs and soundtracks played at major sporting tournaments. 18/12/2022