The Classical Top 5
classicaltop5In this weekly podcast, a panel of critics and broadcasters choose their Top 5 on a variety of subjects, arguing their case between themselves and the listeners. Note: The Podcast has now come to an end but we hope you will enjoy exploring our archived shows.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 57 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Categories | MusicMusic Commentary | ||||
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In the very last Classical Top 5, Tommy Pearson, Richard Bratby and Charlotte Gardner look back at their favourite guests, moments and music from the series and discuss issues that have emerged in what has been an extraordinary 18 months for the indu... more
Our guest this week is the superstar harpsichordist, organist, writer and commentator Mahan Esfahani and he's got a few things to get off his chest about the classical music industry. more
A huge subject for the team this week: Violin Concertos. So many to choose from, everything from rare curiosities to much-performed classics. Tommy Pearson, Richard Bratby and Charlotte Gardner dive in with a mix of 'Bible and Shakespeare' choices an... more
What are those pieces, performances, recordings or events that changed your entire perception of them and perhaps turned a dislike into a love? more
Our guest this week is pianist and writer Susan Tomes, one of the world's finest chamber musicians; member of the Florestan Trio, Domus Ensemble and solo recitalist as well as a brilliant writer on music. Susan's latest book, "The Piano: A History in... more
This week the team tackles First Symphonies; those that were numbered the first by their composers, or were written first but given another number (or no number at all) or are the only symphony they wrote. more
It is said that 99% of all music written is never performed! But it's certainly true that some composers and pieces deserve a better hearing and, for often a myriad of reasons, never quite get into the standard repertoire. Tommy Pearson, Richard Brat... more
Tommy Pearson talks to one of the great legends of British choral life, the singer, conductor, music director and manager Terry Edwards. more
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- Authoritative Commentary
Each show is well researched and the presenters speak with authority about each topic. Unlike some other classical focused podcasts, it’s refreshing that film music is not afraid to be highlighted and is not unjustly looked down upon.
Apple Podcasts5Tim Burden
United Kingdom3 years ago - Expanding my musical horizons
Every episode of this pod teaches me something new about classical music, and the playlists from the guests’ selections are now in constant rotation. Thoroughly enjoyable and well-moderated show.
Apple Podcasts5ReiboldRenegade
United States3 years ago - Love this podcast
At first I struggled with the lack of clips but it’s actually better. Pause and go to Apple Music... (other streaming services are available). I have discovered so many great bits of music. Love it....
Apple Podcasts5save13579United Kingdom4 years ago - Bruckner
Aghast good old Anton didn’t get a higher rating!? And if we are talking about Messiaen then surely then end of St Francois trumps all others. more
Apple Podcasts5iluvstarkeyUnited Kingdom4 years ago - Great podcast, thank you
Many thanks for producing this excellent series. I’m an expat musician working in Thailand and it’s a great way for me to keep in touch with the UK music scene.
Apple Podcasts5robbiec1971United Kingdom4 years ago - Quickly becoming addictive
This is a fun and intelligent new podcast. Each guest chooses their top 5 of whatever classical music topic the terrific host Tommy Pearson chooses. I find that I start to imagine what I would choose were I on this show. It’s a little like Desert Island Discs where I (and most people?) also imagine what they would choose. But since Desert Island Discs has slipped in quality of late, Top 5 is a welcome podcast. Plus with a new topic each week, it keeps things consistently fresh. I know there... more
Apple Podcasts5Boulez25United States4 years ago
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