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Strings Attached: William Primrose Centenary Viola Festival
Born in Glasgow in 1904, Primrose was one of the world's greatest viola players and commissioners of new music for the instrument. This Glasgow festival celebrating his art and legacy began in November with the first performance of a BBC commission played by one of today's leading violists. Presented by Sandy Burnett.
Lawrence Power (viola), BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, conductor Martyn Brabbins Andrew Toovey Viola Concerto (first performance; BBC commission)
Dvorak Symphonic Variations, Op 78
Coverage of this festival continues tomorrow at 7.30pm and in Radio 3 Lunchtime Concert, Tuesday-Friday at lpm

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Presented By:
Sandy Burnett.
Conductor:
Martyn Brabbins
Conductor:
Andrew Toovey Viola
Source: Radio Times

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