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The composer who braved Antarctica's thundering avalanches in search of inspiration

Fifteen great composers inspired by wanderlust – from gaping desert canyons to uninhabited icy landscapes
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Beethoven piano sonatas: six of the best cycles

We name some of the best recordings of Beethoven's sonatas, peformed by the great and the good of the piano world
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Best of Aaron Copland: 11 essential works from the voice of American classical music

Aaron Copland crafted a sound that evokes America's wide open spaces and pioneering spirit. Here are 11 of his very greatest works
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'Ave Maria': lyrics and composer

It's one of composer Franz Schubert's most popular works. But what are the lyrics to 'Ave Maria', and what's the story behind them?
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Camille Saint-Saëns: virtuoso composer who bridged tradition and innovation

The polymath composer who suffered spectacular fall from grace
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Meet the most fascinating figures from classical music

The great composers

Explore the lives and works of classical music's finest composers

Greatest Recordings

Our recommendations of essential additions to your listening library

Albums of the week

A selection of the best reviewed albums from the latest issue of BBC Music Magazine

Audio equipment reviews and advice

A selection of the best reviewed albums from the latest issue of BBC Music Magazine
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