Welcome to BBC Music Magazine's December 2025 issue!
This issue we salute the drama and majesty of Edvard Grieg's Peer Gynt. Celebrating its 150th birthday this year, Grieg's incidental accompaniment to Henrik Ibsen’s nationalistic play remains some of the most recognisable music ever composed, heard everywhere from adverts to pop covers. On page 24, Terry Blain tells the story of Peer Gynt’s composition, and analyses its musical themes and impact.
Title: BBC Music October 2025
Series: BBC Music
Item Number: BBCMUSIC202510
This is a great magazine. I enjoyed the photos and the stories.