Introducing Handel's Organ
Friday 19 July 2019
Our Principal Artist John Butt introduces a spectacular bespoke chamber organ, built to recreate the sounds of Handel's era.
The good life, with Edward Elgar
Thursday 23 May 2019
We imagine what would have happened if the famous English composer Edward Elgar had decided to write a self-help book.
Introducing Goossens' Oboe
Friday 31 May 2019
Guest oboe Nicholas Daniel introduces us to Léon Goossens' famous oboe.
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.
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.
Why is it Called the Surprise Symphony? The Secret of Haydn's Success
Monday 22 July 2019
Haydn's Surprise Symphony isn't just one dramatic moment.
5 Things you (Probably) Didn't Know About Handel
Tuesday 23 July 2019
We've taken a look at a few things you might not already know about Handel.
7 Things You (Probably) Didn't Know About Rameau
Tuesday 23 July 2019
Here are seven things you (probably) didn’t know about composer Jean-Philippe Rameau.
