Music

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Why I only run to classical music, and you should too

I decided on a whim to put on Gershwin instead of my usual playlist. It was life changing.

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Remembrance, resilience, and reflection: Lubomyr Melnyk, the ‘continuous music’ pioneer

On the 23rd and 24th February, the Ukrainian composer and pianist, Lubomyr Melnyk, returns to Oxford for a performance at New College.

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From topping charts to ‘The Traitors’: An ode to Cat Burns

The chaotic new season of 'The Traitors' made me reflect on the celebrity version, and my personal favourite contestant, Cat Burns.

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Music

How 2025’s biggest films made their mark through music

Why I only run to classical music, and you should too

Remembrance, resilience, and reflection: Lubomyr Melnyk, the ‘continuous music’ pioneer

From topping charts to ‘The Traitors’: An ode to Cat Burns

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