Presto Music Classical Podcast

About Presto Music Classical Podcast

Conversations from the world of classical music hosted by Presto Music's Paul Thomas, David Smith, Rob Cowan, Matt Ash and more. Guests have included artists such as Jess Gillam, Anna Lapwood and Patricia Kopatchinskaja, and respected writers and critics like Rob Cowan, David Hurwitz and Andrew Mellor. Visit us at www.prestomusic.com

Publisher

Presto Music

Category

music · music · music

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

30 Jun 2020

Latest episode

28 May 2025

Latest episodes

59 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   28 May 2025

   Antal Doráti in London, with producer Thomas Fine

   Producer Thomas Fine discusses Antal Doráti's London recordings from the 1950s and 1960s, highlighting his work with various orchestras in this interview.

2. 

   12 Mar 2025

   James Rhodes shares some of his MANíA

   Matthew Ash enjoyed a wide-ranging and free-wheeling conversation with pianist James Rhodes, coinciding with the release of new album, MANíA. In a coming together of two people passionate about piano music, they discuss everything from romance in Bach to a shared dislike of music as wallpaper. Think of it as eavesdropping on a conversation, and just be aware there are a few expletives here and there. Presto Music All things musical... on your doorstep! Visit our website: www.prestomusic.com...

3. 

   17 Jan 2025

   Rufus Wainwright on his Dream Requiem

   Matthew Ash chats with Rufus Wainwright about the premiere recording of his Dream Requiem, the recordings of Verdi's Requiem that captured his attention from an early age, and some of the other inspirations behind his diverse musical explorations. He even mentions his dog, called Puccini. Presto MusicAll things musical... on your doorstep!Visit our website: www.prestomusic.comFollow us on Facebook, Twitter or InstagramLove us? Review us on Trustpilot, Facebook or Google

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

1,352

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

5 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

4 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 64 / 100

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Quality

70

Social presence

0

YouTube

65

Engagement

81

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Guest appearances

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