Rachmaninov’s Piano Concerto No 2 is one of the most popular and recognisable concertos in the classical repertoire. Widely enjoyed but played only by the most skilful pianists, it has been performed in concert halls consistently since 1901. But how much do you really know about this landmark piece?

This month we welcome Bernard Haitink back to the Barbican for concerts on Tuesday 10, Sunday 15 and Thursday 19 October. Ahead of concerts delving into some towering figures of the Romantic era, here are our picks for the renowned conductor’s best releases on our record label, LSO Live.

‘Khadambi’s House’ has made the shortlist for the British Composer Awards! It’s my chamber work from the residency with the LSO and National Trust at 575 Wandsworth Road.

Ahead of his performance at BBC Radio 3 Open Ear on 30 September, experimental percussionist and composer Serge Vuille interviews Sarah Nemtsov about her work Drummed Variation