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BBC Proms 99

BBC Radio 3
on BBC Radio 3

The glittering and seductive world of Ravel and the pyrotechnics of Boulez frame
Messiaen's revelatory last orchestral work. Using vast forces with imposing grandeur yet infinite subtlety,
Messiaen sums up his lifelong love of birdsong and discloses visions of a world beyond death.
Jean Rigby (mezzo), BBC Symphony
Orchestra, conductor Andrew Davis
Boulez Notations I-IV
Ravel Sheherazade
8.00 The Ascent of Man
The first of four lectures on Bronowski's The Ascent of Man reflects on its impact as a landmark in the history of television.
8.20 Messiaen Eclairs sur I'Au-dela
Repeated Monday 2pm

Contributors

Unknown:
Jean Rigby
Conductor:
Andrew Davis
Source: Radio Times

BBC Radio 3

About BBC Radio 3

Live music and the arts: broadcasts more live music than any other radio network. Classical music is its core. Genres include world and new music, jazz, speech and drama.

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