Curriculum shake-up could boost music and arts

Curriculum shake-up could boost music and arts

An overhaul of the national curriculum shake-up is expected to boost take-up of arts subjects including music, according to a report in The Times. A wide-ranging review of curriculum and assessment in England was ordered by the education secretary Bridget Phillipson...
BBC Radio 3 Unwind launches online

BBC Radio 3 Unwind launches online

BBC Radio 3 Unwind, a new 24/7 stream showcasing a broad and eclectic range of calming classical music, launched on BBC Sounds on Monday 4 November. The new schedule will champion music by living composers, with a particular focus on those from the UK. It reflects...
Divine Art Recordings Group bought by US firm

Divine Art Recordings Group bought by US firm

First Inversion, a newly established American-based holding company, has announced the acquisition of the UK enterprising recording and publishing group, Divine Art Ltd. Known as the Divine Art Recordings Group, Divine Art consists of the prestigious Divine Art,...
Review: Carlisle Music Society

Review: Carlisle Music Society

 14 November 2024 We were treated to a master class of musicianship by three very experienced and talented musicians, all extremely well known in their specialist fields. A large and very appreciative audience sat spellbound as John Turner (recorder),...