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Helmuth Rilling (1933-2026)
16th Feb 2026
The German conductor and academic Helmuth Rilling, acclaimed in particular for his recordings of Bach (including the first complete survey of his complete output on CD), has died aged 92.
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The Calidore String Quartet weave an American Tapestry
13th Feb 2026
The New York-based quartet present music by three of their compatriots (plus one Viennese émigré), in a thoughtful album showcasing the diversity and richness of twentieth-century American music.
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American Tapestry
Calidore String Quartet
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Bram De Looze, Felix Henkelhausen, Eric McPherson - Vice Versa II - Rebounce
13th Feb 2026
The Belgian pianist presents the second instalment of his trio project, exploring a flexible approach to rhythm and the sonic world of the avant-garde.
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New Release Round-Up - 13th February 2026
13th Feb 2026
Alfvén & Rautavaara from Neeme Järvi in Gothenburg, early Rachmaninoff from Boris Giltburg, accordion works from the Baltic States courtesy of Ksenija Sidorova, and a phantasy-inspired programme from the Piatti Quartet.
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New Release Round-Up - 13th February 2026
13th Feb 2026
Our new releases bring all the dynamic energy this week: from energetic gypsy and 60s inspired Latin jazz, to the expansive sound of smooth orchestral big band.
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Composer Spotlight: Chen Yi (陈怡)
13th Feb 2026
Chen Yi is a Chinese-American composer of contemporary classical music. She has earned global fame for her integration of Chinese and Western traditions in her compositions. Find out more.
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Nils Landgren on Love Of My Life
12th Feb 2026
The trombonist and vocalist celebrates turning seventy with the release of his new album, joining us to share the details of the long journey of its creation, as well as reflecting upon his legacy within the industry.
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Boxed Set Selections - January/February 2026
11th Feb 2026
Early 2026 heavyweights include Sir Adrian Boult's stereo recordings on Warner, four operas from the 1954 Bayreuth Festival, Angela Hewitt's complete Bach series on Hyperion, and Nikolaus Harnoncourt's collected recordings with the Chamber Orchestra of Europe.
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Sir Adrian Boult: Complete Warner Recordings
Sir Adrian Boult, London Philharmonic Orchestra, London Symphony Orchestra, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Philharmonia Orchestra, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Scottish National Orchestra, London Philharmonic Choir, John Alldis Choir
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Hamlet in Music
10th Feb 2026
As Chloé Zhao's new film adaptation of Maggie O'Farrell's award-winning 2020 novel Hamnet garners eight Oscar nominations, we revisit some of the works (and latterly albums) which Shakespeare's 'sweet prince' has inspired over the centuries.
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New Music Book Publications - February 2026
10th Feb 2026
A discussion of Janáček's operas Káťa Kabanová and The Cunning Little Vixen, a paperback reissue of Simon Morrison's award-winning biography of Tchaikovsky, books on Clara and Robert Schumann, Wagner, Satie, Mendelssohn, and Fauré, the Sunday Times bestelling account of the tempestuous relationship between Paul McCartney and John Lennon, an exploration of the impact of sound on our experience of the world, and an industry guide to musical theatre auditions.
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Bach's St John Passion from Pygmalion and other forthcoming highlights
9th Feb 2026
Raphaël Pichon and his crack ensemble continue their award-winning Bach journey, with other spring stand-outs including a new series from Anne-Sophie Mutter, Holst's The Planets from Pappano & the LSO, and Mendelssohn from Andris Nelsons in Leipzig.
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JS Bach: Johannes-Passion
Julian Prégardien (Evangelist), Huw Montague Rendall (Jesus), Ying Fang (soprano), Lucile Richardot (mezzo-soprano), Laurence Kilsby (tenor), Christian Immler (bass-baritone), Etienne Bazola (baritone), Pygmalion, Raphaël Pichon
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Mary Lou Williams
8th Feb 2026
Mary Lou Williams was a musician whose career spanned across jazz; encompassing Ragtime, Blues, Boogie-Woogie, Swing, Bebop, Free Jazz, with side ventures into Gospel and Third Stream music. Devoted to the music and community, she dedicated herself to supporting struggling musicians and educating younger generations about jazz’s deep roots in African American history.
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Jesper Thorn - Stille
6th Feb 2026
The double bassist presents his second album with April Records, a collection of originals that serve as a tranquil reprieve from the daily noise of the outside world.
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Goldberg Variations from Yunchan Lim
6th Feb 2026
Yunchan Lim brings an expressively muscular yet idiomatic approach in this live recording of Bach's Goldberg Variations, making this new album a treasurable addition to a catalogue which includes many celebrated recordings.
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New Release Round-Up - 6th February 2026
6th Feb 2026
Tchaikovsky from Gianandrea Noseda and the LSO, a musical autobiography from Alexandra Dariescu, Poulenc from Pascal Rogé, and Clara Schumann, Dora Pejačević and Cécile Chaminade from the Neave Trio.
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New Release Round-Up - 6th February 2026
6th Feb 2026
Legendary bassist Ron Carter joins Ricky Dillard in a new Blue Note release this week, and a new reissue puts avant-garde ambient composer William Basinski in the spotlight.
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Composer Spotlight: Arvo Pärt
6th Feb 2026
Arvo Pärt is an Estonian composer and the inventor of the compositional technique tintinnabuli. Until the end of March, all Universal Edition publications are 25% off, including over 180 Arvo Pärt works.
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Martyn Brabbins on The Dream of Gerontius (and Havergal Brian)
5th Feb 2026
The conductor discusses his new recording of Elgar's masterpiece with Huddersfield Choral Society, and reflects on how he became such an enthusiastic ambassador for the music of Havergal Brian (whose 150th birthday fell last week).
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Richie Beirach (1947-2026)
4th Feb 2026
The innovative American jazz pianist and composer has died at the age of 78.
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BBC Music Magazine - February 2026 Choices
4th Feb 2026
Chris introduces this month's selection, headed by a recording from Víkingur Ólafsson which 'continues his progress as one of the great individual pianists of our time'.
