Bohemian Journey
Live from St David 's Hall, Cardiff, Richard Hickox continues his cycle of Dvorak symphonies with highlights from the Czech repertoire. Dvorak's expressive sixth symphony reflects the influence of his friend and mentor Brahms. Presented by Chris de Souza .
Bernarda Fink (contralto), BBC National Orchestra and Chorus of Wales, conductor Richard Hickox
Martinu The Frescoes ofPiero della
Francesca
Brahms Alto Rhapsody, Op 53; Song of Destiny
8.20 Twenty Minutes: Total Fears
By Bohumil Hrabal , translated by James Naughton. Bohumil Hrabal was one of the greatest Czech writers of the 20th century. His unsent letters combine the personal with the political in an emotionally charged portrayal of Prague's turbulent and often tragic history. Reader David Horovitch.
8.40 Dvorak Symphony No 6 in D