The pieces that made Thomas Adès
21 April 2017
The British composer has been at the vanguard of new music throughout his career, as demonstrated by these must-hear works.
Angels, devils, fools and women: exploring the role of the countertenor
24 January 2017
Under-appreciated for centuries, the countertenor now storms the operatic stage.
10 of opera's greatest soprano roles
15 September 2016
From the Queen of the Night to Turandot by way of Norma and Brünnhilde, we round up some of opera’s most devilishly difficult soprano roles.
A tailor-made trio of operas
21 November 2012
From The Minotaur to Anna Nicole: some recent role creations in Royal Opera commissions.