Classic FM

Classic FM is a radio station dedicated entirely to classical music. Launched in September 1992, it has reached millions of listeners throughout the UK. With around 5 million people tuning in each week, Classic FM holds the title of the largest classical music radio station globally.

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English

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#53161

United States

#28595

Arts and Entertainment/Music

#302

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What music will be played at the funeral of Pope Francis? - Classic FM

2 weeks ago | classicfm.com | Rosie Pentreath

As the world pays its respects to the late head of the Catholic church, we reflect on the music and musicians that will be heard at Pope Francis‘ funeral.
High blood pressure can lessen your response to classical music, new study finds - Classic FM

1 month ago | classicfm.com | Lucy Beach

A new study has found that high blood pressure can reduce people’s sensitivity to classical music.
New study finds classical music has positive effects on unborn babies - Classic FM

Feb 5, 2025 | classicfm.com

New research suggests that classical music has a calming influence on unborn babies.
Under 35s are more likely to listen to classical music than their parents - Classic FM

Jan 7, 2025 | classicfm.com | Will Padfield

A study has shown that classical music has more appeal to younger audiences than ever before.
Squid Game Season 2 soundtrack: what classical music is in the Netflix show? - Classic FM

Dec 30, 2024 | classicfm.com | Will Padfield

Season one of Netflix’s ‘Squid Game’ was packed with classical music, elevating the gory drama to new levels. What music is in the second season?
Gladiator II composer Harry Gregson-Williams on the ‘pretty rude sound’ that made...

Dec 11, 2024 | classicfm.com | Siena Linton

How Harry Gregson-Williams wrote the Gladiator II soundtrackComposer Harry Gregson-Williams spoke to Classic FM about writing the ‘Gladiator II’ score, working with Ridley Scott, and the phone call he made to Hans Zimmer after getting the job. One of the most hotly-anticipated cinematic sequels of the 21st century so far, Gladiator II has arrived in cinemas and with it, another epic symphonic soundtrack.
South African soprano sings ‘Amazing Grace’ solo in breathtaking acoustic of Notre Dame

Dec 8, 2024 | classicfm.com | Maddy Shaw Roberts

Venezuelan maestro Gustavo Dudamel directed soprano Pretty Yende and the Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, as the doors of Notre-Dame reopened to the sound of glorious music. The world was moved yesterday by a soprano’s spectacular ode to Notre Dame, which has reopened its doors after a fire devastated the cathedral in April 2019.
US soprano sings glorious ‘La Marseillaise’ outside Notre-Dame, as cathedral opens its doors

Dec 8, 2024 | classicfm.com | Maddy Shaw Roberts

Standing outside the façade of the great cathedral, Nadine Sierra lifted her voice to the French national anthem, marking the rebirth of Notre Dame. Notre-Dame de Paris reopened its doors this weekend, having been restored to its former glory in just five years after a fire ravaged the 12th-century gothic structure and caused its iconic spire to collapse.
‘I’m Bach’ - TwoSet Violin officially announce new name in teaser video

Dec 3, 2024 | classicfm.com | Maddy Shaw Roberts

The artists formerly known as TwoSet Violin will hereby be known as… In October, the hugely popular musical duo TwoSet Violinannounced they would be hanging up their bows. On social media, the pair posted: “This will be the last piece of content we post as TwoSet Violin. It’s been a wild ride with you all for the last 11 years. We’ve all grown up together and it’s kinda surreal that we’re ending our chapter here.
Wicked soundtrack: who composed it and what are the famous songs?

Dec 2, 2024 | classicfm.com | Maddy Shaw Roberts

'Wicked' composer Stephen Schwartz breaks down his iconic 'Defying Gravity'Stephen Schwartz’s bewitching musical vision has been brought to life for the silver screen. But what are all the songs in the film, and did Schwartz write them? Here’s a guide to the music of Wicked.