Nelson Mandela: the music world reacts

The legendary Nelson Mandela has sadly passed away - here's how the classical music world reacted.

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   1. Hayley Westenra

   The soprano chose to post a poignant Mandela quote in tribute.

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   2. Sarah Chang

   Violinist Sarah Chang posts about the 'truly inspirational' Nelson Mandela on news of his death.

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   3. Gareth Malone

   Choirmaster Gareth Malone posted a video of Hugh Masekela's tribute to Nelson Mandela.

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   4. Noah Stewart

   The tenor dedicated last night's performance to one of his heroes.

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   5. James Rhodes

   Pianist Rhodes posted a moving and inspirational quote from Nelson Mandela in tribute.

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   6. Wynne Evans

   Tenor Wynne Evans posts a simple, poignant message.

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   7. Jessica Duchen

   Classical critic Jessica Duchen shares her thoughts on the death of Nelson Mandela.

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   8. Entarte Musik

   Another moving quote posted in tribute to Mandela.

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    9. The Military Wives

    The choir posted their tribute to 'so inspiring' Mandela.

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    10. Myleene Klass

    Classic FM's own Myleene Klass paid tribute too.

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    11. Zoe Keating

    The news made it as far as a departure lounge in Phoenix, Arizona, and cellist Zoe Keating.

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    12. Howard Goodall

    Our very own composer-in-residence and host of Saturday Night at the Movies shares his thoughts on the death of Nelson Mandela.

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