Leader, Bertram Lewis
Conductor, Richard Austin
Kendall Taylor (pianoforte)
Relayed from The Pavilion, Bournemouth

Orchestra:
Symphony No. 3 in F: 1. Allegro con brio; 2. Andante; 3. Poco allegretto; 4. Allegro - Dvorak

Like Brahms, Dvorak did not venture upon the difficult task of writing a symphony until he felt sure of his powers. His first three symphonies were composed during the years 1874-5. They show a maturity of technique and thought and spontaneity of invention that make it difficult to understand why they are so generally neglected today, when romantic music of the nineteenth century is so high in popular esteem.

Dvorak's Symphony No. 3 in F is a happily conceived work full of melodic charm and rhythmic vigour. It is dedicated to Hans von Bulow who in a letter of thanks to the composer said: 'A dedication from you who - next to Brahms - are the most God-inspired composer of the day, is a higher distinction than any kind of decoration bestowed by a prince; I accept this honour with the heartiest thanks'.

Kendall Taylor:
Concerto No. 1 in E flat: 1. Allegro maestoso; 2. Quasi adagio; 3. Allegro vivace; 4. Allegro marziale animato - Liszt

Orchestra:
Danse sacree: Danse profane - Debussy
Overture, Der Freischutz (The Marksman) - Weber

Orchestra -
Symphony No. 3 in F
1. Allegro con brio; 2. Andante; 3. Poco allegretto; 4. Allegro - Dvorak