Six programmes tracing the evolution of the modem symphony orchestra.
Written and presented by Jane Glover 1: Prelude
Man has always made music. For his own pleasure, for ceremonial, to enhance the drama and add mystery to the Mass. This is where the story of the orchestra begins. With members of the ACADEMY OF ANCIENT MUSIC leader CATHERINE MACKINTOSH IAN CADDY (baritone)
THE CONSORT OF MUSICKE
THE LONDON CORNETT AND SACKBUT
ENSEMBLE
THE CHOIR OF CHRIST CHURCH CATHEDRAL, OXFORD and THE LONDON PHILHARMONIC
ORCHESTRA
Director PAUL KRIWACZEK Producer VICTOR POOLE