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A Purcell Recital

on BBC One London

by Janet Baker
with George Malcolm
and members of The Academy of St. Martin-in-the-Fields
led by Raymond Keenlyside

A second opportunity to hear Janet Baker singing a selection from the works of England's greatest song-writer. Introducing this personal choice, she tells of Purcell's life and personality and describes his superb craftsmanship which she illustrates by including rarely heard treasures as well as the famous Lament from Dido and Aeneas.
(Postponed from January 22)

Contributors

Singer/Presenter:
Janet Baker
Musician:
George Malcolm
Musicians:
The Academy of St. Martin-in-the-Fields
Orchestra leader:
Raymond Keenlyside
Producer:
Anthony Wilkinson

BBC One London

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