Gymnastics

When did we start applauding? At the theatre, after speeches or at a football match, people all over the world clap to show their approval. What does this curious human behaviour mean?

Ancient Greek statues are white, pure and classical, just like the marble they are carved from. False. These statues were painted in fabulous bright colours. Archaeologists and art academics have known this for centuries so why does the white myth endure?

One of the most popular works in the Russian repertoire, here performed under the baton of Aziz Shokhakimov.

Symphony No. 2 by Saint-Saëns and Piano Concerto No. 2 by Brahms with the Kantorow father and son.

Music from Stanley Kubrick’s film, Barry Lyndon, praised for its visual beauty, breathtaking lighting and detailed historical reconstruction.

The French National Orchestra, conducted by musical director Cristian Macelaru, performs French repertoire from Berlioz to Offenbach in a festive concert.

A musical journey through some of the most iconic works by the genius from Salzburg.

The Orchestre de la Suisse romande and Zofia Kiniorska put women composers in the spotlight.

Klaus Mäkelä conducts the Orchestre de Paris for this concert bringing out the jazz elements in Shostakovitch and Walton's compositions.

Ordinary civilians are now preparing for war by volunteering for the Latvian National Guard in large numbers.

The US has pulled almost all its funding just as Ukraine is entering its fifth year of war. Can the EU plug the gap?

From queer cake sitting to sex positive tasting evenings, Tracks finds out about food and sexuality.

Many artists and creative people feel they don't deserve their success. Are we all just faking it until we make it? 

Jean-Michel Jarre sets up his equipment on Seville's Plaza de España for an immersive concert-show.

An old man swims in the sea. As he moves through the water, memories resurface... 

Each candidate has 40 minutes to practice with the orchestra before performing two pieces. Who will impress the judges?

Skiing began as a means of survival in prehistory, only becoming synonymous with glamour and leisure in modern times.

In the semi finals , each candidate has 40 minutes to practice with the orchestra before conducting two pieces.

Half of the population menstruates, but it comes at a cost, and many people find it difficult to afford period products.