An ambitious debut that captures Europe on the brink of disaster.

Surprises are in store with Saint-Saëns’ lesser-known symphonies.

Davis’ and Müller-Schott’s Knight Errant portrait doesn’t err.

Three compelling orchestral episodes from the life of Brian.

Matthews’ latest proves they do write music like that nowadays.

Fine Finnish fare: Oramo’s Sibelius is laced with insights.

Harteros heads a Tosca that perhaps should have offended more.

Russian soprano displays her Mozart credentials and more.

Flórez helps explore Hofesh Shechter’s seven stages of grief.

Heinichen’s forgotten Roman blockbuster is a heady brew.

Angel takes wing as Donizetti’s lost opera is revisited at last.

Dove gets his due: Maximum colour and excitement from a post-minimalist.