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The Secrets of Orchestration

on BBC Radio 3

Michael Oliver introduces the last of the series of programmes lifting the lid on four of the greatest works of the 20th century, with the BBC National Orchestra of Wales providing specially recorded examples. In this programme, composer Colin Matthews deconstructs the sound world of Ravel's La Valse and explores one of Ravel's most inspired and colourful orchestral textures.
Producer Gautam Rangarajan

Contributors

Introduces:
Michael Oliver
Unknown:
Colin Matthews
Producer:
Gautam Rangarajan

BBC Radio 3

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