Berlioz
List of News Articles
The search for Beethoven's successor
19 January 2026
Beethoven died in 1827. Who would be worthy to take on his mantle?
Musical hoaxes
27 October 2025
Dishonesty among classical composers? Surely not!
The percussion concerto
1 September 2025
Our examination of the concerto now turns to percussion. Expect the unexpected!
The clarinet concerto
16 June 2025
It's the clarinet's turn to step centre-stage for a look at their concerto repertoire. It's possible Mozart is mentioned!
Ravel and the art of orchestration
25 March 2024
What makes Ravel such a great orchestrator?
The Prix de Rome: a double-edged sword
8 January 2024
Berlioz tried four times to win France's most prestigious competition for young composers. Was it worth it?
A history of the viola concerto, from Telemann to Miller
17 April 2023
Beyond the Dream: Shakespeare and the Romantics
31 January 2023
We look at the enduring appeal of Shakespeare to 19th century composers.