Simon Rattle and the Vienna Philharmonic make their first appearance together at the Proms. What better than the glittering music of Ravel - that magician of the orchestra - to show off the partnership of a great world orchestra and an inspired conductor. The concert concludes with Beethoven's joyous celebration of the sounds and feelings of the countryside. Tonight's performance is also being broadcast on BBC2.

Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, conductor Simon Rattle

Ravel Alborada del Gracioso (Miroirs); Ballet: Mother Goose; La Valse

8.25 A Walk in the Country
James Naughtie explores the forces that have shaped the modern pastoral landscape.

8.45 Beethoven Symphony No 6 in F (Pastoral)

(Repeated Monday 13 September 2pm)
Brian Kay's Pick of the Proms: page 40