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Composer of the Week: Walton

on BBC Radio 3

The 1940s. During the War, Walton embarked on a series of film scores. The most famous of these came from his collaboration with Laurence Olivier on the film of Henry V. There was also an increased interest in chamber music.
Presented by Susan Sharpe. Suite: Henry V
RPO/Andre Previn
Where does the uttered music go?
Finzi Singers, conductor Paul Spicer
String Quartet in A minor Britten Quarte. oscs

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Unknown:
Laurence Olivier
Presented By:
Susan Sharpe.
Conductor:
Paul Spicer

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