Gerard McBurney introduces the first of two concerts featuring the music of Alfred Schnittke , alongside companion pieces chosen by Schnittke himself. Borodin Quartet
Ludmilla Berlinsky (piano) Mozart String Quartet in D minor (K421)
Shostakovich String Quartet No 1, Op 49
2.50 Gerard McBurney talks about the way
Schnittke's friendship with particular performers has influenced his music.
3.10 Schnittke Piano
Quintet