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2018–2019 · BBC Four · 60 min · 1 season
S01E04 · Graal Théâtre - Kaija Saariaho
Mon, 17 June, 5:00 am
Tom Service presents an analysis of Finnish composer Kaija Saariaho's Graal Théâtre followed by a performance of the work by the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Ludovic Morlot.
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Extraordinary pieces of music are performed in full by BBC orchestras--a rare chance to explore each in-depth with those who bring it to life--the conductors and musicians.
Episodes
- E01
Rhapsody in Blue - George Gershwin
Mon, 19 Nov· 60 minAn analysis and full performance of Gershwin's salute to the city that never sleeps, exploring the improvisational approach and musical influences behind this iconic composition.
- E02
The Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra - Benjamin Britten
Mon, 11 Feb· 60 minKatie Derham presents analysis and performance of Benjamin Britten's The Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra with the BBC National Orchestra of Wales conducted by Moritz Gnann.
- E03
The Bridge on the River Kwai Soundtrack by Malcolm Arnold
Mon, 8 Apr· 60 minKatie Derham presents an analysis and performance of Malcolm Arnold's score for the film, The Bridge on the River Kwai. Christopher Seaman conducts the BBC Concert Orchestra.
- E04
Graal Théâtre - Kaija Saariaho
Mon, 17 June· 60 minTom Service presents an analysis of Finnish composer Kaija Saariaho's Graal Théâtre followed by a performance of the work by the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Ludovic Morlot.
