AN EVENING WITH QUEEN VICTORIA
Prunella Scales presents a radio self-portrait, compiled from the Queen's own writings by Katrinal Henrey.
For 68 years - from the age of 13 until her death in 1901 - Queen Victoria kept a personal journal portraying the thoughts and feelings in different phases of her life: the solitary child at Kensington Palace; the young Queen; devoted wife and mother of nine; student of politics; and Empress of India.
A selection of music, about which Victoria cared deeply, is performed by Ian Partridge (tenor) and Richard Burnett (piano).
Also taking part: Judy Franklin Gavin Campbell
Adrian Egan and Wendy Murray