EMI Classics Podcasts

On September 16, 2007, the world commemorated the 30th anniversary of the death of Maria Callas. Famed not only for her amazing voice and stage presence but also for her glamorous yet troubled personal life she is still, after all this time, the definition of the diva as artist.

Critically-acclaimed as one of the most exciting British operatic talents in recent years, this thrilling young English soprano possesses an elegant voice, aristocratic bearing, and a riveting stage presence, and has already dazzled critics and audiences alike. In conversation with international opera journalist Warwick Thompson.

Described by Simon Rattle as the composer he'd most like to have dinner with, Hadyn and his symphonies nos. 88-92 are featured here in an entertaining and informative podcast.

On September 16, 2007, the world commemorated the 30th anniversary of the death of Maria Callas. Famed not only for her amazing voice and stage presence but also for her glamorous yet troubled personal life she is still, after all this time, the definition of the diva as artist.

September 4th 2007 marks the centenary of the death of Edvard Grieg, Norway's greatest composer, and one of the most popular composers in musical history. Leif Ove Andsnes, in conversation with Jon Tolansky, talks about his new recording of Grieg's late work Ballade in G Minor coupled with his award-winning interpretation of the Piano Concerto and a personal selection of Lyric Pieces.

Ian Bostridge in conversation with Jon Tolansky about his baroque debut album on EMI Classics. Great Handel features Handel arias in English and Italian recorded together with the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment and Harry Bicket.

Angela Gheorghiu in conversation with Warwick Thompson about her latest album on EMI Classics, Live from La Scala. The international opera star talks candidly about making her debut at the world's most famous opera house with an eclectic recital featuring 18th-century songs, Bel Canto and Verdi, French chanson and of course her favourite Romanian show pieces.

Celebrate Edward Elgar's 150th birthday with radio broadcaster Jon Tolansky.

Join radio broadcaster Jon Tolansky in a journey to explore the life and work of this larger-than-life figure. Understand why Rostropovich, affectionately known as Slava, is recognised at the world's greatest living cellist.

Swedish soprano Nina Stemme and Royal Opera House music director Antonio Pappano in conversation about their new release on EMI Classics. Nina Stemme releases her first solo album as an exclusive EMI artist of Strauss's Four Last Songs, the final scene from Capriccio and a coupling with a twist...