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Don Quixote

BBC Two
on BBC Two England

Fantastic variations on a theme of knightly character by Richard Strauss
with Paul Tortelier cello, Herbert Downes viola
New Philharmonia Orchestra
Leader, Carlos Villa
Conducted by Franz-Paul Decker

Don Quixote, one of the world's great adventure stories, has captured the imagination of many artists and composers. Paintings by Daumier are seen in the introduction to this programme; the performance itself is illustrated by engravings, mainly by Dore.

(Colour)

Contributors

Composer:
Richard Strauss
Cellist:
Paul Tortelier
Viola:
Herbert Downes
Musicians:
New Philharmonia Orchestra
Orchestra leader:
Carlos Villa
Conductor:
Franz-Paul Decker
Lighting:
Ken MacGregor
Sound:
Alan Edmonds
Design:
Gwen Evans
Producer:
Walter Todds
Source: Radio Times

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