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Our Classical Century

Series 1

Episode 1: 1918-1936

Duration: 60 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC FourLatest broadcast: on BBC Four

This programme captures the influence of WWI on classical music and its impact on a generation of musicians and composers whose music became part of our sense of identity. Show more

Contributors

Presenter:
Suzy Klein
Presenter:
Lenny Henry
Executive Producer:
Steve Condie
Executive Producer:
Richard Bradley
Director:
Ellen Hobson
Production Company:
Lion Television
Production Manager:
Claire Smith
Production Manager:
Tricia Chacon

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Series 1

The Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra - Benjamin Britten

Duration: 59 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC FourLatest broadcast: on BBC Four

Available for years

Katie Derham presents analysis and performance of Benjamin Britten’s The Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra with the BBC National Orchestra of Wales conducted by Moritz Gnann. Show more

Contributors

Presenter:
Katie Derham
Executive Producer:
Richard Bradley
Series Producer:
Mathew Tucker
Director of photography:
Michael O'Halloran
Production Manager:
Claire Smith
Production Manager:
Tricia Chacon
Production Company:
Lion Television

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Series 1

Rhapsody in Blue - George Gershwin

Duration: 58 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC FourLatest broadcast: on BBC Four

Available for years

An analysis and full performance of Gershwin's salute to the city that never sleeps, exploring the improvisational approach and musical influences behind this iconic composition. Show more

Contributors

Presenter:
Josie d'Arby
Executive Producer:
Richard Bradley
Director:
Mathew Tucker
Production Manager:
Claire Smith
Production Manager:
Tricia Chacon
Production Company:
Lion Television
Director of photography:
Michael O'Halloran