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The Strand is a daily 18 minute programme highlighting the best of what's going in the arts. Wide-ranging and with eclectic interests, The Strand reflects the artistic response to the BBC's news agenda. Presented by Harriett Gilbert and friends, it features discussions, reviews, big-name interviews and location reports as well as live studio performances and Hollywood, Bollywood gossip.

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The Strand Archive: Esa Pekka Salonen and technology arts apps

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03/01/2013

Esa Pekka Salonen and technology arts apps

BBC World Service - The Strand Archive, Esa Pekka Salonen and technology arts apps

Finnish conductor and composer launches a new classical music app

Esa Pekka Salonen discusses the launch of his classical music app

The best of the world's arts, film, music and literature brought to you every day.  Presented by Anna McNamee.

Today's programme features Esa Pekka Salonen (pictured) discussing the launch of his classical music app. We find out how apps are helping arts lovers make new connections while they read and listen to music.

Plus, as part of our Hear My Country season we hear a listener's recommendation for a song that represents Trinidad and discuss why Pride and Prejudice has retained its popularity.

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