Christopher Morley

Education Armonico Consort going supersize for its surround sound shows

Warwickshire’s Armonico Consort are taking on two massive polychoral works from the 16th century. Christopher Morley talks to its artistic director

CBSO Concert hall's winning friends in high places

As the Opening Festival of the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire continues apace, Christopher Morley talks to its principal, Julian Lloyd Webber

CBSO Sir Simon Rattle’s return is a highlight of CBSO’s season

Some familiar faces are coming to Symphony Hall. Christopher Morley reveals the must-see classical concerts being staged in Birmingham

Education Leave your hampers and frilly shirts behind for Hellensmusic

The annual festival at Hellens manor house is aiming to inspire musicians, students and the audience. Christopher Morley talks to venue owner Adam Munthe

University of Birmingham Performing Lute Suites is another string to Michael Poll's rare guitar!

Musician Michael Poll will be using a rare seven-string guitar for a performance at Birmingham University’s Elgar Hall.

Worcestershire Festival celebrates the life of eminent composer Parry

This year is the centenary of the death of Sir Charles Hubert Hastings Parry, one of the great 19th century British composers. A festival over the May Bank Holiday, is being held to mark the event.

Orchestra Of The Swan All-English programme for Polish conductor Patrycja Pieczara

Polish conductor Patrycja Pieczara is set to repeat an all-English programme at Worcester Cathedral joined by Baritone Roderick Williams.

Music & Nightlife Inspired by art that captured the mystical in the landscape

Composer Philip Sawyers will see another premiere of his work, The Valley of Vision, performed next week.

Birmingham Symphony Hall Czech Philharmonic Orchestra takes pride in its country and its composers

The much loved Czech Philharmonic Orchestra is heading to Symphony Hall

Birmingham Symphony Hall Birmingham date for South Korean pianist Yeol Eum Son with an old favourite

For her UK debut with the CBSO, the South Korean pianist is to perform a Mozart concerto she first played at the tender age of nine.

Christmas Classical CDs that might strike a chord with loved ones this yuletide

Christopher Morley makes a few suggestions for classical CDs that might strike a pleasant chord with friends and loved ones this yuletide

Birmingham Town Hall Choir 'notorious' for quirky venues celebrates 20 years

Unique choir notorious have performed in a few unusual places and programmes can include anything from Durufle to Daft Punk.

CBSO Helping deprived youngsters is a string to Birmingham student's bow

Birmingham student Alistair Rutherford ran last month's Birmingham International Marathon dressed as a viola. Christopher Morley finds out why...

Birmingham Symphony Hall Tom Poster: I'm so excited to be playing in a truly wonderful venue

Young pianist Tom Poster is set to perform his most 'favourite music in the world' on his concert at Symphony Hall.

Birmingham Hippodrome Practice makes perfect...in English, German or Russian

Understanding the language is key for Birmingham-born soprano Claire Wild as WNO’s autumn season at the Hippodrome starts next week.

CBSO CBSO prize inspires young pianists

The winners of this year's Dudley Piano Competition will follow in big footsteps

Birmingham Symphony Hall Soprano takes on dual role for challenging opera

Singer shares her insights into playing the part of the druid priestess in Bellini's Norma as well as directing the new production by Midland Opera.

CBSO Ex Cathedra and CBSO join forces for glorious night of Bach

Choir’s Magnificat performance is sure to hit the spot as it gets ready for its popular series of Christmas by Candlelight concerts.

Birmingham Symphony Hall Birmingham's Symphony Hall set for a scintillating autumn season

October begins with a visit from the Mariinsky Orchestra conducted by Valery Gergiev, followed by a host of impressive pianists.

CBSO Review: Haydn's Creation, CBSO at Symphony Hall

To begin with, the orchestral playing was totally appropriate to the period of this masterpiece's premiere.

University of Birmingham 'Intoxicating' opera is back from dead after 309 years

The Barber Institute is staging an opera by Handel’s great rival which was written for a private party and never heard again - until now

Eastside Pulling some strings to get behind Conservatoire’s bar!

The opening of Birmingham Conservatoire’s brand new state-of-the-art building, is definitely a cause for celebration.

Birmingham City University Home comforts for organist Henry Fairs at the Conservatoire

After studying in Birmingham, performer travelled the world before returning to a place where he says he has always felt at ease.

CBSO John Suchet adds a classic note of drama to Mozart’s works

The concert break might be taking its mid-summer break but two fascinating and equally differing books are easing the musical void.

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