Britten's tale of a persecuted fisherman is brought to vivid, terrifying life in this concert performance.

Superbly played rumination on meeting of musical minds.

Where did the Requiem come from and why have so many composers been fascinated with death? We explore the evolution of the Mass for the Dead, and looks at the five big ones to die for.

The British soprano was a distinguished exponent of works by Benjamin Britten.

In his new book, retired British surgeon Jonathan Noble investigates the myths and misdiagnoses that plague the great composers. He tells us about the historians and critics who got it wrong, and why some “kindly quacks” deserve to be let off the hook.

Prokofiev’s arranged fugitives chase after Britten’s variations.

A change of lead halfway through doesn't quite sink Brisbane Festival's compelling Peter Grimes.

The tenor was unable to sing after interval, walking the role as his cover sang from the wings.

An absolutely epic evening conducted by Simone Young.

In the wake of his death, we revisit a wonderful, wide-ranging interview that Andrew Ford did with the British composer/conductor in Aldeburgh in 1992.

The renowned and respected British composer and conductor has passed suddenly at the age of 66.

The MSO is led masterfully through stormy works from Britten and Bruckner.