This second, star-studded instalment of Gergiev’s Szymanowski cycle features Toby Spence as soloist in the Third Symphony, ‘Song of the Night’ and internationally renowned pianist, Denis Matsuev in the virtuosic ‘Symphonie concertante’, Symphony No 4. Szymanowski’s deeply personal choral work, 'Stabat Mater', completes the cycle and stars Sally Matthews and Ekaterina Gubanova, and introduces the young baritone, Kostas Smoriginas to LSO Live listeners.

Although it was written at a time of great optimism in the Soviet Union with the Nazis in retreat, Shostakovich's Eighth Symphony is imbued with a deep sense of sorrow and fear of the future. Whereas the authorities expected a victorious anthem, Shostakovich appeared too affected by the bloody cost of the war. Mstislav Rostropovich again proved that no other conductor is able to so intimately understand the feelings of his dear friend.

Alphaxone is back with his 5th solo album on Cryo Chamber Explore empty space and float above silent planets on the Edge of Solitude. Lush synths combine with wide atmospheric drones, recommended for space drifters.

Pianist Art Hirahara makes bold and personal statements while taking us along for the ride on a journey of self-exploration. Central Line is the sincere demonstration of a forward-minded artist seeking to discover the inner continuity of his life, and to pay respect and homage to the music of his family, ancestors and homeland. Hirahara utilizes his visionary talents as a bandleader and musician to uncover the hidden possibilities latent in the compositions. He also makes a bold and original statement while ultimately remaining true to himself.

Marielle Nordmann, the internationally celebrated ambassadress of the harp, has throughout her long career delighted music lovers worldwide with her charm and grace. Alexandra Liuceanu and Clara Izambert-Jarry had the good fortune to study with this great musician from their earliest youth; her instruction and her kindness helped them to create artistic identities that reflect the legacy they received from Nordmann who, more than a teacher, has been a veritable guide for them.

Brussels based French harpsichordist, Frédérick Haas’ passion for the harpsichord started in early childhood and he began playing at the age of twelve. He studied the harpsichord, organ and musicology at Paris and Amsterdam, and was enriched by regular contact with important original instruments and the workshops of harpsichord builders and restorers, and at master classes.

How singular that PR Newman doesn't stand for the name of the artist, nor for ""Public Relations"", but for ""Punkrock Randy Newman"". The nickname, earned a couple of years ago during his 4 years co-fronting for the band the Berkshire Hounds, is a testimony of Spencer Garland's influences. If the punk has grown quieter, the rock however definitely still is of the party.

Kenny Burrell & John Coltrane is an album credited to jazz musicians Kenny Burrell and John Coltrane. Recorded on March 7, 1958, it was originally released on the New Jazz label as NJ 8276 in 1963, then reissued in 1967 on Prestige as PRLP 7532, with a different cover and retitled The Kenny Burrell Quintet With John Coltrane.

Whiskey Shivers once described their sound as "trashgrass." That’s putting it lightly: Some Part of Something is rugged, blunt, and unpolished, but underneath all the grit is an old-school sound that's as accessible as it is sweet. "Red Rocking Chair" is a loose take on a country standard, while the good-natured romp of "Liquor, Beer, Wine & Ice" deserves to become a standard in its own right. They even tackle Daniel Johnston, turning his song “True Love” into a harmony-laden campfire sing-along.