(1902-83). 1: Oldham and Oxford.
Donald Macleod 's survey of the life and music of William Walton begins with a look at his boyhood in Oldham, his years as a chorister at Christ Church, Oxford, and his decision to become a composer.
A Litany Christ Church Cathedral Choir, director Stephen Darlington Piano Quartet (3rd mvt)
Members of the English String Quartet, John McCabe (piano)
Belshazzar's Feast (excerpt)
James Milligan (baritone), Huddersfield Choral
Society, RLPO, conductor Malcolm Sargent Sinfonia Concertante for orchestra with piano obbligato Peter Katin (piano), LSO, conducted by the Composer Producer Johannah Smith See also 7.30pm