Classical music is a term generally used to mean music which was played from the 9th century and the early 20th century.
 
 
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The online digital music store focuses solely on classical music. Known initially as Classical MIDI Archives, the site was created as a repository for MIDI sequences of classical works in 1994, but took its current name in 2000, as it also offers commercial cable recordings for both streaming and downloading. Non-members can stream 60-second samples, but for a monthly fee, members can stream any track, work, or album in its entirety from the site's catalog and receive discounted downloads.
https://www.classicalarchives.com/
Maintained by BBC Music Magazine, the site features classical music news and events, and reviews on orchestral, concerto, opera, choral and song, chamber, and instrumental works, feature articles on various recordings, composers, artists, musical terms, television and film music, and musical instruments. Playlists, free downloads, and links to BBS Radio 3 are included. Readers may subscribe to BBC Music Magazine or read about upcoming awards programs.
https://www.classical-music.com/
Classical Net is a website that provides information on classical music, music reviews and classical composers. The Classical Explorer section of the website helps people learn about forgotten composers and their music works. The website also has advice for people interested in collecting classical music.
http://www.classical.net
The Classics For Kids website helps children learn to appreciate classical music. The website also has plenty of resources on classical composers The website's special features also has information on making your own radio show. You can also find out how to compose your own music here.
http://www.classicsforkids.com
Naxos is one of the world's most well known distributors of classical music recordings. You can search for recordings by composer, artist and disc title. Naxos offers music reviews to help you select the right music for your needs. You can also purchase music via the site’s online store.
http://www.naxos.com/