@azuriteenigma.bsky.social
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✨ THE BIG REVEAL ✨
We are excited to share with you our brilliant 2026 £1/€1.50 books!
Children can choose their own book from 12 February 2026, FREE with a £1/€1.50 book token. 📚✨
Find out more on our website ➡️https://buff.ly/3VaLLAa
#WBD26 #WorldBookDay #readforfun
We are excited to share with you our brilliant 2026 £1/€1.50 books!
Children can choose their own book from 12 February 2026, FREE with a £1/€1.50 book token. 📚✨
Find out more on our website ➡️https://buff.ly/3VaLLAa
#WBD26 #WorldBookDay #readforfun
September 16, 2025 at 6:28 AM
✨ THE BIG REVEAL ✨
We are excited to share with you our brilliant 2026 £1/€1.50 books!
Children can choose their own book from 12 February 2026, FREE with a £1/€1.50 book token. 📚✨
Find out more on our website ➡️https://buff.ly/3VaLLAa
#WBD26 #WorldBookDay #readforfun
We are excited to share with you our brilliant 2026 £1/€1.50 books!
Children can choose their own book from 12 February 2026, FREE with a £1/€1.50 book token. 📚✨
Find out more on our website ➡️https://buff.ly/3VaLLAa
#WBD26 #WorldBookDay #readforfun
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“There’s a longstanding practice in UK politics to force disabled people to fight for their basic rights – a kind of gladiatorial scrap in which the Colosseum is replaced by the set of Good Morning Britain.”
Today’s col. on the fallout of more ‘welfare reform.’ www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Today’s col. on the fallout of more ‘welfare reform.’ www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Disabled people want to live a full life. Instead, we’re forced to scrap over our right to food and a wash | Frances Ryan
Britain’s political and media class advocate policies that leave disabled people hungry and dirty. Why are we expected to settle for this, asks Guardian columnist Frances Ryan
www.theguardian.com
July 15, 2025 at 7:08 PM
“There’s a longstanding practice in UK politics to force disabled people to fight for their basic rights – a kind of gladiatorial scrap in which the Colosseum is replaced by the set of Good Morning Britain.”
Today’s col. on the fallout of more ‘welfare reform.’ www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Today’s col. on the fallout of more ‘welfare reform.’ www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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🧵The welfare cuts announced today mean people don’t know how they’ll survive. Some fear they’ll have no choice but to take their own lives.
This government must take responsibility for the impact of the Spring Budget on the mental health crisis. 1/5
#SpringStatement
This government must take responsibility for the impact of the Spring Budget on the mental health crisis. 1/5
#SpringStatement
March 26, 2025 at 2:09 PM
🧵The welfare cuts announced today mean people don’t know how they’ll survive. Some fear they’ll have no choice but to take their own lives.
This government must take responsibility for the impact of the Spring Budget on the mental health crisis. 1/5
#SpringStatement
This government must take responsibility for the impact of the Spring Budget on the mental health crisis. 1/5
#SpringStatement
"The mighty outburst from the combined chorus and orchestra, a cry of pent-up exultation swept through Symphony Hall, had Yamada levitating from the podium and an audience thrilled." midlandsmusicreviews.co.uk/2025/02/an-alm… AN ALMIGHTY HAYDN ‘CREATION™
@thecbso.bsky.social ★★★★★
https://midlandsmusicreviews.co.uk/2025/02/an-alm…
February 27, 2025 at 5:00 PM
"The mighty outburst from the combined chorus and orchestra, a cry of pent-up exultation swept through Symphony Hall, had Yamada levitating from the podium and an audience thrilled." midlandsmusicreviews.co.uk/2025/02/an-alm… AN ALMIGHTY HAYDN ‘CREATION™
@thecbso.bsky.social ★★★★★
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It absolutely WAS a treat! 😃
This will be incredible! 7.30 live from Birmingham on BBC Radio3. The Creation by Haydn with The CBSO and Chorus. Kazuki Yamada's conducting, and it's soloists @carolynsampson.bsky.social , James Way and Ashley Riches.
A massive Wednesday night treat.
ENJOY! 🌎 ☀️🌙 🌟 🌋 🌊 🌌
A massive Wednesday night treat.
ENJOY! 🌎 ☀️🌙 🌟 🌋 🌊 🌌
February 27, 2025 at 3:51 PM
It absolutely WAS a treat! 😃
Delightfully joyful Haydn's Creation @thecbso.bsky.social 🤩 with Kazuki Yamada last night, with brilliant soloists Ashley Riches @carolynsampson.bsky.social James Way and wonderful CBSO Chorus 🎶✨🎶
Well worth a (re)listen on BBC Radio 3 - www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
Well worth a (re)listen on BBC Radio 3 - www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
Radio 3 in Concert - Haydn's Creation - BBC Sounds
The CBSO performs Haydn's Creation at Symphony Hall, Birmingham.
www.bbc.co.uk
February 27, 2025 at 4:42 PM
Delightfully joyful Haydn's Creation @thecbso.bsky.social 🤩 with Kazuki Yamada last night, with brilliant soloists Ashley Riches @carolynsampson.bsky.social James Way and wonderful CBSO Chorus 🎶✨🎶
Well worth a (re)listen on BBC Radio 3 - www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
Well worth a (re)listen on BBC Radio 3 - www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...
Today @BMusic_Ltd Symphony Hall 2:15pm 🎶🌈🎶 @thecbso.bsky.social / Kazuki Yamada / JamesEhnes - great music performed by great musicians for a great cause @CBSOBenevolent ✨✨✨✨✨
cbso.co.uk/events/benev...
cbso.co.uk/events/benev...
Benevolent Fund Concert: Kazuki conducts Tchaikovsky | City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
Pre-Concert Performance
Join us in the Jennifer Blackwell Performance Space at 1:30pm for a pre-concert performance by the CBSO Children's Chorus and Youth
cbso.co.uk
February 8, 2025 at 12:52 PM
Today @BMusic_Ltd Symphony Hall 2:15pm 🎶🌈🎶 @thecbso.bsky.social / Kazuki Yamada / JamesEhnes - great music performed by great musicians for a great cause @CBSOBenevolent ✨✨✨✨✨
cbso.co.uk/events/benev...
cbso.co.uk/events/benev...
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🔊 #NowPlaying on #BBCRadio3:
#Radio3InConcert
- Shostakovich and Bartók from the CBSO in Birmingham
Bartók, Shostakovich and the UK premiere of Akio Yashiro's Symphony for Large Orchestra.
▶️ Relisten on BBCSounds
#Radio3InConcert
- Shostakovich and Bartók from the CBSO in Birmingham
Bartók, Shostakovich and the UK premiere of Akio Yashiro's Symphony for Large Orchestra.
▶️ Relisten on BBCSounds
BBC Radio 3 - Radio 3 in Concert, Shostakovich and Bartók from the CBSO in Birmingham
Bartók, Shostakovich and the UK premiere of Akio Yashiro's Symphony for Large Orchestra.
www.bbc.co.uk
February 5, 2025 at 7:30 PM
🔊 #NowPlaying on #BBCRadio3:
#Radio3InConcert
- Shostakovich and Bartók from the CBSO in Birmingham
Bartók, Shostakovich and the UK premiere of Akio Yashiro's Symphony for Large Orchestra.
▶️ Relisten on BBCSounds
#Radio3InConcert
- Shostakovich and Bartók from the CBSO in Birmingham
Bartók, Shostakovich and the UK premiere of Akio Yashiro's Symphony for Large Orchestra.
▶️ Relisten on BBCSounds
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Resident at Birmingham Children’s Hospital, Ex Cathedra’s Singing Medicine team made music with over 3,000 children this year. Integral to the hospital community, sessions offer patients and families calm and comfort, bringing joy where it's so dearly needed. #RPSAwards
January 30, 2025 at 11:31 AM
Resident at Birmingham Children’s Hospital, Ex Cathedra’s Singing Medicine team made music with over 3,000 children this year. Integral to the hospital community, sessions offer patients and families calm and comfort, bringing joy where it's so dearly needed. #RPSAwards
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The RPS Impact Award is for an outstanding initiative or organisation that set out to have a lasting impact on the lives of people who may not experience classical music, demonstrating the positive, empowering role it can play in society. #RPSAwards
Here are the nominees...
Here are the nominees...
January 30, 2025 at 11:31 AM
The RPS Impact Award is for an outstanding initiative or organisation that set out to have a lasting impact on the lives of people who may not experience classical music, demonstrating the positive, empowering role it can play in society. #RPSAwards
Here are the nominees...
Here are the nominees...
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Staged for the first time since 1990, Birmingham Opera's riveting production of Tippett’s visionary New Year was a daring piece of artistic advocacy that engaged a fearless community chorus with a full-scale symphony orchestra and international soloists. #RPSAwards
January 30, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Staged for the first time since 1990, Birmingham Opera's riveting production of Tippett’s visionary New Year was a daring piece of artistic advocacy that engaged a fearless community chorus with a full-scale symphony orchestra and international soloists. #RPSAwards
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The RPS Opera and Music Theatre Award is presented for an outstanding production or initiative in opera and music theatre in the UK. #RPSAwards
The shortlisted productions are…
The shortlisted productions are…
January 30, 2025 at 12:01 PM
The RPS Opera and Music Theatre Award is presented for an outstanding production or initiative in opera and music theatre in the UK. #RPSAwards
The shortlisted productions are…
The shortlisted productions are…
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Celebrating a spectacular 50 years since their first concert, CBSO Chorus is testament to the UK's rich choral life. Members from all backgrounds come together in their free time to expertly perform choral classics and new commissions in the concert hall and beyond. #RPSAwards
January 30, 2025 at 12:31 PM
Celebrating a spectacular 50 years since their first concert, CBSO Chorus is testament to the UK's rich choral life. Members from all backgrounds come together in their free time to expertly perform choral classics and new commissions in the concert hall and beyond. #RPSAwards
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The RPS Ensemble Award is presented for the outstanding quality and scope of the performances, and the work in any context, of a group of musicians in the UK. #RPSAwards
Discover the nominated ensembles…
Discover the nominated ensembles…
January 30, 2025 at 12:31 PM
The RPS Ensemble Award is presented for the outstanding quality and scope of the performances, and the work in any context, of a group of musicians in the UK. #RPSAwards
Discover the nominated ensembles…
Discover the nominated ensembles…
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Kazuki Yamada's infectious energy and enthusiasm as Music Director at CBSO radiates from the podium to public spaces, connecting deeply with Birmingham's orchestra and local communities. He's a role model who proves that exceptional music can resonate with everyone. #RPSAwards
January 30, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Kazuki Yamada's infectious energy and enthusiasm as Music Director at CBSO radiates from the podium to public spaces, connecting deeply with Birmingham's orchestra and local communities. He's a role model who proves that exceptional music can resonate with everyone. #RPSAwards
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The RPS Conductor Award is presented for the outstanding quality and scope of the performances, and the work in any context, of a conductor in the UK. #RPSAwards
Discover this year's shortlistees…
Discover this year's shortlistees…
January 30, 2025 at 2:31 PM
The RPS Conductor Award is presented for the outstanding quality and scope of the performances, and the work in any context, of a conductor in the UK. #RPSAwards
Discover this year's shortlistees…
Discover this year's shortlistees…
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There's one award without a shortlist whose recipient will be announced at the #RPSAwards on 6 March.
The RPS Gamechanger Award, supported by I Can Compose, is presented by the RPS Board and Council to those who break new ground in classical music in unique and contemporary ways.
The RPS Gamechanger Award, supported by I Can Compose, is presented by the RPS Board and Council to those who break new ground in classical music in unique and contemporary ways.
January 30, 2025 at 4:21 PM
There's one award without a shortlist whose recipient will be announced at the #RPSAwards on 6 March.
The RPS Gamechanger Award, supported by I Can Compose, is presented by the RPS Board and Council to those who break new ground in classical music in unique and contemporary ways.
The RPS Gamechanger Award, supported by I Can Compose, is presented by the RPS Board and Council to those who break new ground in classical music in unique and contemporary ways.
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We'd love you to join us at the #RPSAwards on 6 March at @royalbirmcons.bsky.social to celebrate outstanding artists and achievements in classical music UK-wide, hosted by Jess Gillam and @tommckinney.bsky.social. Everyone's welcome, tickets from £10: royalphilharmonicsociety.org.uk/awards/rps_m...
RPS Awards Event
royalphilharmonicsociety.org.uk
January 30, 2025 at 4:31 PM
We'd love you to join us at the #RPSAwards on 6 March at @royalbirmcons.bsky.social to celebrate outstanding artists and achievements in classical music UK-wide, hosted by Jess Gillam and @tommckinney.bsky.social. Everyone's welcome, tickets from £10: royalphilharmonicsociety.org.uk/awards/rps_m...
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This weekend is your last chance to vote for the RPS Inspiration Award!
You can find out more about the shortlistees, and cast your vote before 11am on Monday 3 February, on our website. #RPSAwards
royalphilharmonicsociety.org.uk/awards/rps_m...
You can find out more about the shortlistees, and cast your vote before 11am on Monday 3 February, on our website. #RPSAwards
royalphilharmonicsociety.org.uk/awards/rps_m...
Inspiration Award
royalphilharmonicsociety.org.uk
January 31, 2025 at 2:56 PM
This weekend is your last chance to vote for the RPS Inspiration Award!
You can find out more about the shortlistees, and cast your vote before 11am on Monday 3 February, on our website. #RPSAwards
royalphilharmonicsociety.org.uk/awards/rps_m...
You can find out more about the shortlistees, and cast your vote before 11am on Monday 3 February, on our website. #RPSAwards
royalphilharmonicsociety.org.uk/awards/rps_m...
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The #RPSAwards tell a vital and uplifting story about classical music's resonance and reach. Taking place at Birmingham's @royalbirmcons.bsky.social on Thursday 6 March, we'd love you to join us and be part of the celebration: royalphilharmonicsociety.org.uk/awards/rps_m...
RPS Awards Event
royalphilharmonicsociety.org.uk
January 30, 2025 at 9:00 AM
The #RPSAwards tell a vital and uplifting story about classical music's resonance and reach. Taking place at Birmingham's @royalbirmcons.bsky.social on Thursday 6 March, we'd love you to join us and be part of the celebration: royalphilharmonicsociety.org.uk/awards/rps_m...
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The 2025 #RPSAwards shortlists are revealed! Congratulations to all this year's shortlistees, who represent so many outstanding musical individuals, groups and initiatives inspiring communities across the UK. royalphilharmonicsociety.org.uk/rps_today/ne...
January 30, 2025 at 9:00 AM
The 2025 #RPSAwards shortlists are revealed! Congratulations to all this year's shortlistees, who represent so many outstanding musical individuals, groups and initiatives inspiring communities across the UK. royalphilharmonicsociety.org.uk/rps_today/ne...
The City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra (CBSO) today announces a two-year contract extension for Music Director, Kazuki Yamada – reflecting his ever-deepening relationship with the orchestra and increasing involvement in creative decision making.
cbso.co.uk/press/cbso-a...
cbso.co.uk/press/cbso-a...
CBSO announces two-year extension for Music Director, Kazuki Yamada | City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
The City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra (CBSO) today announces a two-year contract extension for Music Director, Kazuki Yamada – reflecting his ever-deep
cbso.co.uk
January 29, 2025 at 10:29 PM
The City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra (CBSO) today announces a two-year contract extension for Music Director, Kazuki Yamada – reflecting his ever-deepening relationship with the orchestra and increasing involvement in creative decision making.
cbso.co.uk/press/cbso-a...
cbso.co.uk/press/cbso-a...
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In a normal world, ending birthright citizenship—a right guaranteed by the 14th Amendment since 1868—would be something a president just couldn’t get away with. But Trump, who appointed three justices to the Supreme Court, very much owns the high court, and…
www.vanityfair.com/news/story/d...
www.vanityfair.com/news/story/d...
Donald Trump Takes a Sharpie to Democracy
By issuing a blitz of executive orders, including ones ending birthright citizenship and pardoning January 6 rioters, the 47th president is already undermining the rule of law.
www.vanityfair.com
January 21, 2025 at 10:00 PM
In a normal world, ending birthright citizenship—a right guaranteed by the 14th Amendment since 1868—would be something a president just couldn’t get away with. But Trump, who appointed three justices to the Supreme Court, very much owns the high court, and…
www.vanityfair.com/news/story/d...
www.vanityfair.com/news/story/d...
"Admirers of Shakespeare...
Karabits got @thecbso.bsky.social's brass and percussion, all bite and swagger, to strut through the ballet’s best known showpiece ‘The Montagues and the Capulets’; totally attention-grabbing. There was subtlety and gentl.. www.midlandsmusicreviews.co.uk/2025/01/cbso...
Karabits got @thecbso.bsky.social's brass and percussion, all bite and swagger, to strut through the ballet’s best known showpiece ‘The Montagues and the Capulets’; totally attention-grabbing. There was subtlety and gentl.. www.midlandsmusicreviews.co.uk/2025/01/cbso...
Midlands Classical Music Making
Christopher Morley and his team provide critical music reviews of C.B.S.O. concerts and others.
www.midlandsmusicreviews.co.uk
January 19, 2025 at 7:29 PM
"Admirers of Shakespeare...
Karabits got @thecbso.bsky.social's brass and percussion, all bite and swagger, to strut through the ballet’s best known showpiece ‘The Montagues and the Capulets’; totally attention-grabbing. There was subtlety and gentl.. www.midlandsmusicreviews.co.uk/2025/01/cbso...
Karabits got @thecbso.bsky.social's brass and percussion, all bite and swagger, to strut through the ballet’s best known showpiece ‘The Montagues and the Capulets’; totally attention-grabbing. There was subtlety and gentl.. www.midlandsmusicreviews.co.uk/2025/01/cbso...
"Romeo and Juliet without the tragedy? Prokofiev and Lyatoshynsky at Symphony Hall- bachtrack.com/review-karab... @thecbso.bsky.social
...The work’s opening outbursts were white hot, akin to cries of agony with numbed aftermaths, while the famous main theme conveyed palpable dread and malevolence."
...The work’s opening outbursts were white hot, akin to cries of agony with numbed aftermaths, while the famous main theme conveyed palpable dread and malevolence."
Romeo and Juliet without the tragedy? Karabits and the CBSO
Kirill Karabits leads the CBSO in an evening exploring Romeo and Juliet that shies away from real tragedy in favour of having fun.
bachtrack.com
January 19, 2025 at 12:56 AM
"Romeo and Juliet without the tragedy? Prokofiev and Lyatoshynsky at Symphony Hall- bachtrack.com/review-karab... @thecbso.bsky.social
...The work’s opening outbursts were white hot, akin to cries of agony with numbed aftermaths, while the famous main theme conveyed palpable dread and malevolence."
...The work’s opening outbursts were white hot, akin to cries of agony with numbed aftermaths, while the famous main theme conveyed palpable dread and malevolence."