In 1987, British cello legend Jacqueline Du Pré succumbed to multiple sclerosis, aged 42. Although she had not played concerts for 15 years, a wave of grief washed over the world. In her short career, she had achieved more than many a musician in his or her entire life. She played on all the famous stages, was married to Daniel Barenboim and worked with the greatest conductors and orchestras. On 7 November, November Music will honour her with the opera We'll never let you down by Sti...
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