As Ludwig Van Beethoven’s only opera, Fidelio is arguably one of the German composer’s most unique overtures. Composed as an effort to mark movements of great social and political change throughout nineteenth century Europe, the piece has grown to become a quintessential aspect of both traditional and contemporary culture. From its initial recital at Vienna’s Theater an der Wien through to being the first opera performed in Berlin following World War II, Fidelio has a rich an

As the promenaders start to line the streets that twist and turn around London’s Albert Hall, it can only mean one thing. Prom season has officially begun. Whether you’ll be comfortably seated in a luxurious Loggia box or listening along at home on BBC Radio 3, Collins Classics will be here to guide you throughout the whole extravaganza. Although the first baton was officially lifted last Friday, our bows have been eagerly drawn in anticipation for today’s recital of Berlioz’