Artist In Focus: Steven Isserlis Russia. Steven Isserlis is half-Russian and so is drawn to the repertoire. Humphrey Burton presents performances from the BBC archives.
Balakirev Romance
With Leslie Howard (piano)
Tchaikovsky Variations on a Rococo Theme With BBC National Orchestra of Wales, conductor Tadaaki Otaka
Rubinstein Cello Sonata in D, Op 18 With Leslie Howard (piano)
Shostakovich Cello Concerto No 1
With BBC National Orchestra of Wales, conductor Mark Wigglesworth