The second of six programmes showcasing a wide-ranging collection of musical talent, presented by Sandy Burnett. This week, two contrasting ensembles, and some Baroque vocal music.
Nyman Songs for Tony (1st mvt) Claude Pascal Quartet
Malarky Saxophone Quartet
Purcell Not All My Torments; If Music Be the Food of Love; Sweeter than
Roses
Handel Cantata: Vendendo Amor
William Missin (countertenor), Anna Holmes (baroque cello), Steven Devine (harpsichord)
Beethoven String Quartet in F minor, Op 95
Belcea Quartet
During the interval, John Wilson from the Royal Northern College of Music talks with student Mary Proctor about accompanying on the piano.
A concert given last Sunday in the National Portrait Gallery, London. For details of remaining concerts, phone (0171) [number removed]