Such is the reputation of Wagner's Meistersinger as a virility test for opera companies that it was inevitable Glyndebourne would eventually step up to the plate... more
The Simón Bolívar Symphony Orchestra from Venezuela will return to the Southbank in what will be the highlight of the centre's classical season for 2011/12... more
A substantial resetting of the stage after the first item of the LPO programme gave principal conductor Vladimir Jurowski the opportunity to dilate on the planning of the programme... more
Keeping track of the LPO's Mahler Anniversary Cycle is no easy matter as the symphonies are being done neither in sequence nor by a single conductor... more
To sacrifice one of the capital’s greatest musical assets in the next round of arts cuts would not make enough savings to justify the cultural loss, says Barry Millington
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Sarah Connolly’s subdued but richly expressive delivery was combined with Vladimir Jurowski’s subtle handling of the chamber-like orchestral textures... more
Vladimir Jurowski screws the tension tightly but allows for moments of calm melancholy, as in the mandolin-accompanied serenade of Don Giovanni.... more
The orchestral introduction Iolanta, in a stroke of genius, features a plangent wind and horn chorus, the lack of consoling strings a powerful metaphor of absence. ... more
Live music, be it opera or rock festivals, is proving more popular than ever — and is offering a desperately needed financial lifeline. London remains the heartbeat of the industry. ... more
Chief conductor Vladimir Jurowski chose an illuminating programme of German repertoire for the London Philharmonic Orchestra, each piece throwing light on the other two. ... more
The latest revival of Eugene Onegin hasn't quite mustered the luxury casting of some in the past, yet it remains one of Glyndebourne's finest current stagings.... more
When Gus Christie's marriage collapsed, there were fears that the Glyndebourne festival would suffer. But he has bounced back and the festival is better than ever.... more
Our critics introduce the names to watch out for over the next 12 months - the ones you won’t have heard of before, the ones that you’ll suddenly see everywhere – and the one the critics will love best in 2007.... more
Exclusive: After high-profile allegations this season, Charlton's manager is pleased the issue is now being addressed but says the authorities still have plenty of work to do
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