Apple Music

[Stunsworth]

I'm not sure from the info so far, whether Hyperion appears on the Qobuz streaming services.

They don't. They used to, but all their albums were removed from streaming (and also for purchasing) a while ago - I think last year.

[Nick Armstrong]

very little, if any, Hyperion

None on Apple Music either. But an impressive array of Chandos, Lyrita and others.

For instance, here's just a slice of the Howells selection on Apple Music - the above two, plus all the Priory choral recordings, Naxos, &c. &c.

[richardfinegold]

But can more than one device be running Spotify at anyone time? I thought Spotify were about to introduce a subscription that would allow that. The Apple Music family subscription allows up to 6 people to be streaming concurrently for £15 a month.

You are correct

[Cockney Sparrow]

Richard
I think simultaneous streaming to more than one device is clearly a lead on the other services I mentioned. Presumably Apple's move will encourage Google Play Music All Access to do something similar and Spotify will be doing the same.
I've checked Google Play Music All Access for many of the recordings mentioned by members on threads here and am impressed with what I have found(and often, if not there, then on Naxos Music Library (courtesy of my public library)).

Calib
Yes the Apple range seems similarly wide and impressive. For years I've hung fire on going for a music player program(Apple or JRiver or the many alternatives) - the investment of time to set up the metadata and learn how to navigate is significant. Apple have a lot of critical mass, but the tendency of Apple to roll out changes to iTunes without regard to the interest of classical music lovers (and the tie to their premium priced products) puts me off. And yet other programs may not have much staying power?

So I'll be watching developments and still putting off my decision on downloaded music.

But, I could give iTunes streaming (and Qobuz) a try - I can cancel my subscription and I would not have invested time and money on purchase of downloads. Perhaps Qobuz and Nazos Music Library are the most deserving, as it seems to me, so far they have made the best attempt to serve the needs of classical listeners

[teamsaint]

Richard
I think simultaneous streaming to more than one device is clearly a lead on the other services I mentioned. Presumably Apple's move will encourage Google Play Music All Access to do something similar and Spotify will be doing the same.
I've checked Google Play Music All Access for many of the recordings mentioned by members on threads here and am impressed with what I have found(and often, if not there, then on Naxos Music Library (courtesy of my public library)).

Calib
Yes the Apple range seems similarly wide and impressive. For years I've hung fire on going for a music player program(Apple or JRiver or the many alternatives) - the investment of time to set up the metadata and learn how to navigate is significant. Apple have a lot of critical mass, but the tendency of Apple to roll out changes to iTunes without regard to the interest of classical music lovers (and the tie to their premium priced products) puts me off. And yet other programs may not have much staying power?

So I'll be watching developments and still putting off my decision on downloaded music.

But, I could give iTunes streaming (and Qobuz) a try - I can cancel my subscription and I would not have invested time and money on purchase of downloads. Perhaps Qobuz and Nazos Music Library are the most deserving, as it seems to me, so far they have made the best attempt to serve the needs of classical listeners

the Naxos library certainly offers a huge wealth of classical listening without a subscription to pay. Plenty of "off the beaten path" stuff there too.

Certainly a good option at home via Laptop.

[Stunsworth]

the Naxos library certainly offers a huge wealth of classical listening without a subscription to pay. Plenty of "off the beaten path" stuff there too.

Certainly a good option at home via Laptop.

Is there a free option? Their website indicates it costs from $21 a month depending on streaming quality.

[Dave2002]

Is there a free option? Their website indicates it costs from $21 a month depending on streaming quality.

Some public libraries offer access to members.

[teamsaint]

Some public libraries offer access to members.

yup, Wiltshire do, as do the Barbican.

Wiltshire just requires your library card no, and it all works very well.

If your local library doesn't subscribe it may be possible to find one that allows free access, although they are tightening up on this.

[richardfinegold]

I had to download a new OS to my ipad mini to even sample it, and the download takes an hour, so it is in process. Most of my other MacBooks are all many years old so it will be interesting to see if they can be upgraded. I tried to update my two year old MacBook Air that I use as a Music Server and the upgrade failed for some reason so I'll try again today. I wonder if anyone has added it to an android phone.
I also wonder if the breadth of selection Cali lists features music not already available for sale through itunes.

[Stunsworth]

wonder if anyone has added it to an android phone

I doubt it, the Android version is due out this Autumn - and the Sonos version by the end of the year.

[Nick Armstrong]

I also wonder if the breadth of selection Cali lists features music not already available for sale through itunes.

I doubt it - my understanding is that the service gives one free rein to stream anything that's on sale in the so-called "iTunes Store", not that there's any extra content.

[richardfinegold]

My son just asked if the Beatles were going to be available.

[Stunsworth]

I doubt it - my understanding is that the service gives one free rein to stream anything that's on sale in the so-called "iTunes Store", not that there's any extra content.

It isn't everything, some labels/artists aren't allowing their music to be streamed.

[Lento]

Funny things happening with playlists: it it just me or have Apple made a canine repast of this?

[teamsaint]

And you can presumably pay for it with apple pay...

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/apple/11720595/Apple-Pay-Everything-you-need-to-know.html

( as long as your battery holds up of course)