5 Things You (Probably) Didn't Know About Haydn
Wednesday 7 August 2019
Here’s a list of 5 things you might not already know about the composer…
The Story Behind the Rediscovery of Schumann’s Violin Concerto
Friday 2 August 2019
Jessica Duchen, Laura Tunbridge and John MacAuslan on the fascinating story of the rediscovery of Schumann's violin concerto.
OAE Principal Artist John Butt
Thursday 8 August 2019
What makes the OAE so special? OAE Principal Artist John Butt tells us.
Why I Love Mahler's Second Symphony
Friday 9 August 2019
OAE’s guest Mahler lover, Genevieve Arkle, reveals how she fell for his Second Symphony.
10 Things You (Probably) Didn't Know About Handel's Messiah
Friday 9 August 2019
Here are ten things you (probably) didn’t know about this amazing piece.
Speed Interview: Marin Alsop
Friday 9 August 2019
We put internationally renowned conductor, Marin Alsop, through our speed interview.
A Day in the Life' With OAE Orchestra Consultant Philippa Brownsword
Friday 9 August 2019
Our Orchestra Consultant, Philippa Brownsword, talks to us about a typical day on tour with the OAE.
Introducing the Harpsichord
Friday 19 July 2019
Steven Devine, Principal Keyboard, tells us all about his German harpsichord.
Introducing the Baroque Trumpet
Thursday 25 July 2019
Principal Trumpet David Blackadder introduces the Baroque trumpet, including the instrument Bach only ever wrote one piece for.
Introducing the Oboe da Caccia
Wednesday 24 July 2019
Our Principal Oboe Katharina Spreckelsen explores the mystery of the peculiar looking baroque instrument, the oboe da caccia.
