The Evolution of Classical Taste: A 20-Year Visual Journey Through Listener Rankings

This interactive visualization maps two decades of listener preferences from ABC's Classic 100 rankings, revealing how classical music tastes have shifted between 2001 and 2021. By tracking individual pieces across three voting periods, the project uncovers subtle trends in musical appreciation—works that climbed or fell from favor—offering valuable insights into how public taste in classical music evolves. For music industry analysts and classical enthusiasts alike, this data-driven approach provides a compelling lens into cultural and artistic preference trends.