Originally aired as part of Beethoven’s 250th anniversary celebration, Johannes Vogel conducts the Synchron Stage Orchestra to perform Gustav Mahler's Orchestration of Symphony No. 9 in D Minor in this dramatic live concert stream. 

Recorded at the historical Synchron Stage in Vienna, experience the thrills and swells of the Synchron Stage Orchestra - 48 string, 17 woodwind, 14 brass, 4 percussion - comprised of Austria’s finest instrumentalists, alongside a choir of 39 sopranos, altos, tenors, and basses. 

Packed with intricate melodies, harmonies, and instrumentation, Johannes Vogel conducts the Synchron Stage Orchestra to perform Antonin Dvořák's Symphony No. 9 in E Minor (also known as ‘New World Symphony’) in this joyful live concert stream. 

Captured in Vienna’s state-of-the-art Synchron Stage recording facility, experience the thrills and swells of a 60-piece ensemble – 40 string, 9 woodwind, 9 brass, and 2 percussion – comprised of talented musicians from renowned Viennese orchestras. 

On Friday, 13 October, Japanese superstar YOSHIKI (X Japan, The Last Rockstars) took to the stage for a unique classical performance at the Royal Albert Hall  in London, marking his triumphant return to the classical scene in the city after nearly a decade. This ground-breaking concert, featuring a full orchestra, commemorated the 10th anniversary of YOSHIKI's acclaimed ‘YOSHIKI Classical’ album.

The event included a captivating blend of YOSHIKI's original compositions, fresh interpretations of classical masterpieces, and thrilling orchestral renditions of his chart-topping rock hits.

On Air presents Igor Stravinsky's Petrushka, performed by the world-renowned Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Peter Breiner, and recorded at BBC Television Centre.

Expertly brought to life by some of the world's most sought-after classical musicians, the ensemble comprises 86 instruments: 51 string, 14 woodwind, 16 brass, 4 percussion and 1 piano.