After listening to the BBC’s various indy music shows you might need a change of pace and try out some classical music on the BBC. The problem is that the BBC keeps cutting into the shows with information or quite simply the classical music they are playing is not really what you are looking for.
Well I would suggest that you look on the old internet for some high quality classical music downloads. The advantage with shopping for MP3 files is that you can map a better selection of tunes that you would not find by simply streaming some classical music radio stations.
Most sites that have classical music available also have some information about the artists and the recording process. Tha information is key so that you have some good background info before you make your purchase.
Another type of useful site in relation to classical music are the classical music forums that you can find on the internet. Its a great way to stay in touch with classical music lovers from all over the world. The nice thing about classical music is that it does not really matter about your location the music sounds the same anywhere in the world. I’ve been surprised to hear Glen Gould recordings pretty much anywhere that I have traveled around the world. They sound just as good in Canada as they do in Japan.