Classical music wouldn’t be the same without the beautiful cello. Here are our favourite pieces of music for reflection and calm, starring this stunning instrument… The cello is the instrument most ...

Arguably the most famous of Saint-Saëns’ The Carnival of the Animals is No. 13 ‘The Swan’. Scored for two pianos and a solo cello, its calming melody represents the bird’s effortless gliding, while ...

For decades, “By Myself,” the cellist’s defining statement made in 1977, was out of print. Before his 2022 death, he finalized plans for its first-ever re-pressing. By Hank Shteamer In a 1980 ...

The single "Invitation to Oneness" reached 100,000 streams on Pandora in just weeks. Adagio for Strings and Soul (432 Hz) features two giants of New Age music; the album will be on the GRAMMY® Awards' ...

Listening to relaxing music is a popular and proven way of easing stress. Indeed, studies have shown that music can reduce stress and anxiety in a wide range of situations, from prepping to undergo ...

Music can have a profound effect on both the emotions and the body. Faster music can make you feel more alert and concentrate better. Upbeat music can make you feel more optimistic and positive about ...

Latvian cellist Margarita Balanas introduces us to the soulful world of the cello, exploring its rich sound, expressive range, and key role in classical music. Filmed at the Royal Albert Hall for ...