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Opera
The world-class tenor on music-induced injuries, the good life in London, and unwinding at 200mph
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Opera
The most popular of Wagner's four Ring cycle operas is staged at Covent Garden, and screened across the capital
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Opera
Verdi, Tchaikovsky, Mozart and more ... Top singers head for London for a rollcall of outstanding productions
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Opera
Masterpieces by Wagner, Mozart, Puccini and Verdi bring to a close a spectacular year at Covent Garden
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Classical Music
The world's best players, singers and conductors either work in London or head here at every opportunity. Take advantage of the best in classical music with our 2018 guide
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Classical Music
Wind through the dark passages of a secret location to discover a centuries-old love affair side be side with the players who tell the tale in music
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Opera
Kasper Holten bows out of Covent Garden in style with the ultimate talent show
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Classical Music
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A short hop from Waterloo is the new home of an established opera company with an ambitious season in its sights
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Opera
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Classical Music
The world's most feted tenor visits London for an 11-day residency
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Opera
All eyes are on English National Opera's new artistic director, Daniel Kramer. Can he save the beleaguered company, and will he do so by letting the music do the work?
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Classical Music
The world's greatest orchestra return to London with Daniele Gatti, their new chief conductor
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Booking is now open for the Royal Opera's winningly fresh Spring 2016. Here is our essential guide to the best shows
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Edward Gardner conducts a new production of Wagner's masterpiece, with set designs by Anish Kapoor
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A welcome return for Tim Albery's excellent production, with the masterful Christian Gerhaher playing Wolfram
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The English National Opera's new season will soon be open for booking. We select the highlights.
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Classical Music
The legendary Wagnerian and Mahlerian mezzo-soprano performs their tempestuous, impassioned and cosmic lieder