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The works of the composer Gustav Mahler (1860–1911) are among the most often played in many orchestras’ repertoire. This was not the case during his lifetime, however, when he was much more popular as a conductor than a composer – his critics finding his compositions too different, too complex and,…

Hamilton discusses how drop tunings, NYC, fine art, Led Zep, the Bee Gees, Glenn Branca, jazz and soul all played their part in shaping Helmet's unique, uncompromising sound

One would walk off if I played Schubert, but stay for hours for Beethoven

While there’s drama and joy, this new recording of Beethoven’s choral masterpiece has interest but not enough insights to make it compelling

From a battlefield avenger to a nude colossus, the Corsican conqueror was a rich subject for artists across Europe. But did Turner, who painted him as a fallen emperor, finally capture the truth?

Michael Barenboim’s Israeli-Arab ensemble offer a model of spirited understanding, and a young new collective conjure a touch of jazz. Plus, Beethoven at his spookiest

Mutual respect and conviviality were the watchwords in this scintillating performance from Michael Barenboim’s Israeli-Arab chamber group

The stalwart rhythm guitarist gets back to the roots of his brand of hard-rock showmanship: why AC/DC and Kiss share a similar guitar mentality, how Mitch Mitchell elevated Jimi Hendrix, and what makes Jimmy Page the Beethoven of guitarists

The Polish pianist is an understated presence but in his hands, a programme that also included Bach, Webern and Szymanowski, was muscular and full of ferocious energy amid meticulous playing