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The 10 best classical concerts of 2023

Despite relentless cuts to arts funding this year, music-making in Britain remains superb 

Music

How 'Carol of the Bells' went from nationalist anthem to Christmas classic

Arts

The Sixteen at Wigmore Hall was the most thrilling carol service I've ever heard

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Emily Bootle

Theatre audiences are uptight - that's why we need 'relaxed performances'

Arts

BBC Singers' Messiah was heart-soaring. It’s a travesty they faced being axed

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Article thumbnail: Soprano Louise Alder performs with pianist Jospeh Middleton and the Doric String Quartet and double bassist Laur??ne Durantel at London's Wigmore Hall on Thursday 23 November 2023. ?? The Wigmore Hall Trust, 2023 Image via Kenny Morrison
Article thumbnail: Soprano Louise Alder performs with pianist Jospeh Middleton and the Doric String Quartet and double bassist Laur??ne Durantel at London's Wigmore Hall on Thursday 23 November 2023. ?? The Wigmore Hall Trust, 2023 Image via Kenny Morrison
Article thumbnail: Michael Barenboim & West-Eastern Divan Ensemble 11-11-23 Southbank Centre, London Credit: Pete Woodhead Provided by jasper.watkins@southbankcentre.co.uk
Article thumbnail: Michael Barenboim & West-Eastern Divan Ensemble 11-11-23 Southbank Centre, London Credit: Pete Woodhead Provided by jasper.watkins@southbankcentre.co.uk
Article thumbnail: Jennifer France (Iphis) and Cameron Shahbazi (Hamor) in 'Jephtha' at the Royal Opera House (Photo: Marc Brenner)
Article thumbnail: Jennifer France (Iphis) and Cameron Shahbazi (Hamor) in 'Jephtha' at the Royal Opera House (Photo: Marc Brenner)