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Picture Gallery Famous composers' mothers

We celebrate the women who brought up some of the biggest names in classical music

Picture Gallery The most beautiful classical music postage stamps

The great composers in miniature…

Picture Gallery Classical music’s child prodigies

Classic FM takes a look at some of the artists, musicians and composers who achieved great things before they hit 18.

Picture Gallery The Magic Flute: A beginner's guide to Mozart's operas

Mozart’s opera, The Magic Flute, is a fantastical tale that’s as moving as it is witty, and features some of Mozart’s most beautiful pieces

Picture Gallery Don Giovanni: A beginner's guide to Mozart's operas

Mozart's opera Don Giovanni follows the adventures of the rougish, womanising Giovanni, mixing comedy, tragedy and drama with the supernatural

Picture Gallery Così fan tutte: A beginner's guide to Mozart's operas

Discover the story behind Mozart's comedy opera Così fan tutte, a satirical tale of love that takes a cynical swipe at men and women

Picture Gallery Mozart's best music: where to start

Opera, piano music, symphonies or concertos – Mozart’s music has something for everyone. Here's our pick of 15 great pieces, so you listen for yourself and discover the essential Mozart downloads.

Picture Gallery Mozart's music in the movies

Mozart's music has been used to soundtrack numerous movies, from romantic comedy to action thrillers. We take a look at some of the best Mozart music in movies