An evening of fun and frolics given last week at Manchester's Bridgewater Hall, presented by Louise Fryer.
Halle Orchestra, conductors Mark Elder and Andre de Ridder
Stravinsky Circus Polka Satie Ballet. Parade
John Savident (typewriter), Howard Bernstein (roulette wheel), Mark Elder (pistol)
Mark-Anthony Turnaqe Riffs and Refrains (first performance) Michael Collins (clarinet) Debussy Jeux
Shostakovich Ballet: The Golden Age (excerpts)