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The Early Music Show

Music: Classical: Early Music

Performance and news from the world of early music.

An exploration of early music, looking at early developments in musical performance and composition in Britain and abroad. UK only: please note that not all episodes are podcast.

The Early Music Show: Performer Profile: Paolo Pandolfo

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Performer Profile: Paolo Pandolfo

20/06/2010

BBC Radio 3 - The Early Music Show, Performer Profile: Paolo Pandolfo

Lucie Skeaping talks to viola da gamba virtuoso Paolo Pandolfo.

Lucie Skeaping talks to viola da gamba virtuoso Paolo Pandolfo and plays music from his celebrated recordings, including music by Abel and some of his own improvisations.

Lucie Skeaping talks to the viola da gamba virtuoso, Paolo Pandolfo.. Pandolfo is particularly interested in the art of improvisation, and Lucie chats to him about his approach to the instrument and repertoire. Music in the programme includes a selection from his acclaimed recordings including Abel and Marin Marais, and also a movement from Pandolfo's own transcription for the viol of Bach's cello suites.

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