“The NYO’s spectacular playing bodes well for the future of classical music.”

“Tenebrae create an uplifting fusion of Christmas words and music.”

“Music and words that probe deeply into the Christmas spirit.”

Photo Credit: ChrisMaguire.

“Piano playing of depth, concentration and sharp focus.”

Photo Credit: Marco Borggreve.

“I Fagiolini celebrate both the spiritual and the earthy sides of Christmas.”

“The Hallé on spectacular form under conductor Chloé van Soeterstède.”

“Manchester Collective in a typically innovative and inspiring programme.”

“Ariel Lanyi: piano playing of probing intelligence.”

“The RLPO on top form in repertoire both serious and spectacular.”

“Virtuosity and variety from two engaging musicians.”

‘Opera North’s Falstaff is a production where all the darts score a bullseye.’

‘Opera North mines a Puccini rarity and unearths its treasure.’

‘Trio Gaspard: 18th century elegance and 19th century intensity.’

‘The Ukrainian national orchestra in music which defies the odds.’

‘Jaw-dropping pianism from Jayson Gillham.’

‘Sinfonia Viva in warm, perceptive performances of favourite pieces for string orchestra.’

‘Pianist Petr Limonov impresses across a wide range of musical styles.’

‘A concert of glorious tunes, virtuoso fireworks and unbridled emotion.’

‘The Chiaroscuro Quartet: playing of wit, elegance and subtlety.’

‘The Leonkoro Quartet: one of the world’s finest chamber ensembles.’