Soapbox

Pianist James Rhodes on why everyone should play an instrument

Julian Lloyd Webber presents a strong argument against the ‘scourge’ of background music

Laura Bowler on how composers should consider audiences & remember music is communication

Southbank Centre's director of music airs her views on how we describe classical music

Conductor Ilan Volkov takes to the Soapbox to talk about programming new music.

Composer Matthew Herbert discusses the relationship between composers and audiences.

Conductor James Gaffigan makes the case for what a modern Music Director ought to be.

Zoë Martlew laments declining opportunities for young people to hear live classical music

The Music Director of St Paul’s Cathedral makes a plea for musical cultures to connect