BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra
Today, two Russian composers draw on the folk music of neighbouring countries: Liapunov found the Ukraine a rich source of traditional melodies, while Tchaikovsky worked Polish dance rhythms into the finale of his Third Symphony. Presented by Sarah Walker.
Stravinsky Ballet: Jeu de Cartes
Liapunov Rhapsody in F sharp minor on Ukrainian Themes Hamish Milne (piano), conductor Martyn Brabbins
Tchaikovsky Symphony No 3 in D (Polish) Conductor Nikolai Alexeev