The London Sinfonietta's programme reflects the rich diversity of Lutoslawski's style and choice of forms over some 40 years. Three orchestral song cycles contrast with duos and two works for chamber orchestra - Venetian Games, with its ad libitum sections, and Chain 1.
Lucy Shelton (soprano), Clio Gould (violin), John Constable (piano), Christopher van Kampen (cello),
Adrian Thompson (tenor), Mary King (mezzo), London Sinfonietta, conductor Oliver Knussen Lutoslawski Five Songs; Subito;
Grave; Paroles Tissées; Strawchain and Other Songs; Venetian Games