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The Early Music Show

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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.

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Concerto Copenhagen

08/05/2011

BBC Radio 3 - The Early Music Show, Concerto Copenhagen

Catherine Bott talks to Lars Ulrik Mortensen, artistic director of Concerto Copenhagen.

Catherine Bott talks to harpsichordist Lars Ulrik Mortensen about his work as artistic director of Concerto Copenhagen - the period ensemble which marks its 20th year in 2011.

Catherine Bott talks to the Danish harpsichordist Lars Ulrik Mortensen about his role as artistic director of Concerto Copenhagen - the exciting period ensemble which celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. The music is taken from their extensive discography as well as some live recordings kindly provided by Danish Radio. It includes pieces by Telemann, Handel, Bach and Haydn as well as music from less well-known Scandinavian-based composers such as Johann Scheibe and Ferdinand Zellbell.

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