The third instalment of our Classical Destinations playlists takes us to The Big Apple, where we explore a handful or the music of the music dedicated to the great American city. We visit Central Park in the Dark whilst humming a Gotham Lullaby, and also chat to a Taxi Driver, On the Waterfront, in [...]
Classical Pride
Matt Conn2020-02-14T15:19:43+00:00To coincide with Pride month and the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall riots, Signum Classics has curated a special playlist of music by LGBTQ+ composers and performers. In the words of curator Andrew Brinsford, "The music in this playlist touches on some of the struggles, both public and personal, battles and triumphs faced during [...]
Black History Month
Matt Lovell2019-11-25T08:34:57+00:00“To me, we are the most beautiful creatures in the whole world, black people…As far as I’m concerned, my music is addressed to my people, especially to make them more curious about where they came from and their own identity and pride in that identity” - Nina Simone. With the passing of Jessye Norman, [...]
Destination Paris
Matt Lovell2019-11-25T08:33:54+00:00For the second in our Classical Destinations series, we hop across the Channel to the City of Lights and a musical celebration of all things Parisian. From Notre Dame’s ancient mass setting to Edith Piaf’s stirring performances and everything in between, join us in celebrating one of the most beautiful and romantic cities in [...]
Destination London
Matt Lovell2019-11-25T08:36:58+00:00Although being a global company, Signum is London born and bred so for the first in our series of Classical Destinations playlists, our home city was the obvious choice! From Westminster to Whitechapel, Cherry Tree Lane to Fleet Street, Berkley Square to Battersea Park, taking in a Waterloo Sunset along the way, this musical tour [...]
Classical Space
Matt Lovell2019-11-25T08:36:47+00:00On July 20th 1969, astronaut Neil Armstrong made history with ‘one small step’. To mark the 50th anniversary of the first Moon landing, Signum Classics have curated a playlist of music inspired by the moon, the stars and the thought of what might be waiting for us out in the furthest reaches of space. [...]
Classical Cocktail
Matt Lovell2019-12-10T12:39:06+00:00Need a helping hand to unwind? Grab yourself a drink and stick on this playlist. Filled with some fo the silkiest pieces of classical music, it is the perfect compliment to an evening tipple. This playlist will be completely dynamic, with new tracks being added regularly.