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From the Adrian Boult Hall in the Birmingham
Conservatoire. Chris Wines introduces a recital by Martin Roscoe (piano). Haydn Sonata in B minor, H XVI 32 Schumann Kinderszenen , Op 15 Beethoven Sonata in C, Op 53
(Waldstein)
8.25 A Sound Read
Ivan Hewett is joined by playwright and poet Michelene Wandor and by author Philip Hensher to review recently published books on music. This month's books include:
The Stravinsky Legacy, which explores Stravinsky's influence on composers as varied as John Adams and Harrison Birtwistle ; a biography of Hollywood's favourite tenor Mario Lanza , from his rise to fame to his tragic death at the age of 38; and Michael Kennedy 's new biography of Strauss, which draws on previously unpublished material.
8.45 Liszt Sonata in B minor

Contributors

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Adrian Boult Hall
Piano:
Martin Roscoe
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Schumann Kinderszenen
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Ivan Hewett
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Michelene Wandor
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Philip Hensher
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John Adams
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Harrison Birtwistle
Tenor:
Mario Lanza
Tenor:
Michael Kennedy

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