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Berg Violin Concerto. In the series exploring landmark 20th-century orchestral works, composer
Michael Berkeley investigates the fascinating story behind the violin concerto that Alban Berg dedicated "to the memory of an angel" - a stunningly beautiful young girl who died at the age of 18. Shot in Vienna and Carinthia, the film uncovers the coded messages buried deep within the music, including hidden melodies, secret numbers and even an anti-Nazi agenda, while the piece is rehearsed and performed by soloist Leonidas Kavakos with conductor Andrew Davis and the BBC Symphony Orchestra,
Director Helen Mansfield ; Series producer Peter Maniura BBC MUSIC MAGAZINE: monthly. L3.99. Latest issue on sale now

Contributors

Unknown:
Michael Berkeley
Unknown:
Alban Berg
Soloist:
Leonidas Kavakos
Conductor:
Andrew Davis
Director:
Helen Mansfield
Producer:
Peter Maniura
Source: Radio Times

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