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Programme 98 Violin Concertos Part 3 Programme Description

In our third set of violin concertos we listen to Vivaldi and Beethoven. By this stage you may have noticed that all of the concertos in our series have had three movements in the quick, slow, quick pattern. This is the usual format of the concerto genre, regardless of the instrument the concerto was written for. Usually the first movement has a structure called Sonata form, and the final movement has a structure called Rondo. We did explore both of these in earlier programmes, so you might already be familiar with them. I will say more about these in the next weeks as we look at other instruments.

Vivaldi’s "Spring" from The Four Seasons

In "Spring," Vivaldi captures the joyful awakening of the natural world through the violin’s bright, lively voice. Birdsong, flowing streams, and gentle breezes are all painted vividly by the soloist’s brilliant, playful passages. It’s a perfect example of the violin’s ability not just to sing, but to vividly tell a story and bring scenes of life to the listener’s imagination.

Beethoven’s Violin Concerto in D major, Opus 61

Beethoven’s Violin Concerto stands as a pillar of the violin’s repertoire, known for its grandeur, elegance, and deep inner serenity. It asks the violinist not only for technical mastery but for a profound sense of musical wisdom, blending effortless lyricism with passages of thoughtful, almost meditative beauty. It shows the violin as both a storyteller and a philosopher. Antonio Vivaldi: Violin Concerto No. 1 in E Major, RV 269 La primavera Performed by Janine Jansen, Candida Thompson, Henk Rubingh, Julian Rachlin, Stacey Watton, Maarten Jansen, Liz Kenny, & Jan Jansen · Antonio Vivaldi: Violin Concerto No. 1 in E Major, RV 269 La primavera Performed by Janine Jansen, Candida Thompson, Henk Rubingh, Julian Rachlin, Stacey Watton, Maarten Jansen, Liz Kenny, & Jan Jansen · Antonio Vivaldi: Violin Concerto No. 1 in E Major, RV 269 La primavera Performed by Janine Jansen, Candida Thompson, Henk Rubingh, Julian Rachlin, Stacey Watton, Maarten Jansen, Liz Kenny, & Jan Jansen · Ludwig van Beethoven - Beethoven_ Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 61_ I. Allegro ma non troppo Performed by Anne-Sophie Mutter with the Berliner Philharmoniker conducted by Herbert von Karajan · Ludwig van Beethoven - Beethoven_ Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 61_ I. Allegro ma non troppo Performed by Anne-Sophie Mutter with the Berliner Philharmoniker conducted by Herbert von Karajan · Ludwig van Beethoven - Beethoven_ Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 61_ I. Allegro ma non troppo Performed by Anne-Sophie Mutter with the Berliner Philharmoniker conducted by Herbert von Karajan

Programme 97 Violin Concertos Programme description

Today we have part two of a series in which we will explore in depth the various instruments that are used in the orchestra. By in depth I mean that we will listen to a substantial amount of music for each instrument, focusing on them one by one.

We are busy listening to the leader of the orchestra, the Violin.

We are about to listen to two more concertos for violin as we continue to become really familiar with the sound and range of possibilities of this instrument. For today I would like you to take note of a feature of most concertos, namely the cadenza, as we listen to Mozart’s concerto. This is an opportunity for the soloist to show their skill while the orchestra remains silent. Sometimes the composer wrote this part, and often the composer left it to the performer to improvise their own. In this particular recording the cadenza is by the soloist, by Itzhak Perlman, and it occurs towards the end of the first movement. Both the other movements also feature short cadenza-like passages towards the end of the movements.

Mozart’s Violin Concerto No. 5 in A major, K. 219 ("The Turkish")

Mozart’s Violin Concerto No. 5 sparkles with youthful charm and inventive spirit. It highlights the violin’s playful grace and natural singing quality, moving from poised, elegant melodies to a lively, rhythmically charged "Turkish" section that adds surprise and drama. It’s a wonderful showcase of how lightness and virtuosity live together in the violin.

Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto in D major, Opus 35

Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto is a thrilling celebration of passion and virtuosity. From the opening bars, it demands emotional intensity and breathtaking agility from the soloist. The violin soars, dances, and weeps throughout, embodying the full power of Romantic expression — a dazzling display of the instrument’s ability to move and astonish an audience. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 5 in A Major, K. 219 “Turkish” Performed by Itzhak Perlman with the Wiener Philharmoniker conducted by James Levine · Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 5 in A Major, K. 219 “Turkish” Performed by Itzhak Perlman with the Wiener Philharmoniker conducted by James Levine · Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 5 in A Major, K. 219 “Turkish” Performed by Itzhak Perlman with the Wiener Philharmoniker conducted by James Levine · Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35 Performed by Janine Jansen with the Mahler Chamber Orchestra conducted by Daniel Harding · Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35 Performed by Janine Jansen with the Mahler Chamber Orchestra conducted by Daniel Harding · Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35 Performed by Janine Jansen with the Mahler Chamber Orchestra conducted by Daniel Harding

Sundowner Programme 11 - Strings in the Spotlight. Programme description

Today’s easy listening is a selection of music for Violin and for Guitar.

We open with Johan Svendsen’s - Romance, Op. 26 and next up I have what is reputed to be the all-time favourite movement from a violin concerto – the slow movement from Max Bruch’s - Violin Concerto No. 1 in G Minor. If you listened to our programme on Monday evening this week you would have heard the full concerto. We started a new series which will feature all the instruments of the orchestra in the coming weeks, so the violin music tonight compliments Monday’s programme with some different aspects of the violin. I know you’re going to love this one!

We follow with two pieces by Pablo de Sarasate, - Danzas Españolas, Op. 21 - Malagueña and Habanera.

My next morsel for you is by Dmitri Shostakovich – three Pieces for 2 Violins & Piano - Gavotte, Elegy, and Waltz.

Astor Piazzolla is best known for his Libertango and that is in the next group, preceded by Oblivion and followed by his Ave Maria. These feature violin and guitar. Then a Hommage to Astor Piazzolla, written by Jean-Marie Lemarchand, a Tango, which features the violin with two guitars.

Our second-to-last item is Joseph Suk’s - Love Song, Op. 7 No. 1, and that is followed finally by an item from Peter Warlock’s Capriol Suite. Johan Svendsen - Romance, Op. 26 Performed by Henning Kraggerud with the Malmo Symphony Orchestra conducted by Bjarte Engeset · Max Bruch - Violin Concerto No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 26_ II. Adagio Performed by Anne-Sophie Mutter with the Berliner Philharmoniker conducted by Herbert von Karajan · Pablo de Sarasate - Danzas Españolas, Op. 21 - Malagueña and Habanera Performed by Julia Fischer and Milana Chernyavska · Pablo de Sarasate - Danzas Españolas, Op. 21 - Malagueña and Habanera Performed by Julia Fischer and Milana Chernyavska · Dmitri Shostakovich - Pieces for 2 Violins & Piano (Arr. by Lev Atovmyan) - Gavotte, Elegy, and Waltz. Performed by Julia Fischer, Kirill Troussov, and Henri Bonamy · Dmitri Shostakovich - Pieces for 2 Violins & Piano (Arr. by Lev Atovmyan) - Gavotte, Elegy, and Waltz. Performed by Julia Fischer, Kirill Troussov, and Henri Bonamy · Dmitri Shostakovich - Pieces for 2 Violins & Piano (Arr. by Lev Atovmyan) - Gavotte, Elegy, and Waltz. Performed by Julia Fischer, Kirill Troussov, and Henri Bonamy · Astor Piazzolla - Oblivion, Libertango, and Ave Maria Performed by Sara Chenal & Olivier Pelmoine · Astor Piazzolla - Oblivion, Libertango, and Ave Maria Performed by Sara Chenal & Olivier Pelmoine · Astor Piazzolla - Oblivion, Libertango, and Ave Maria Performed by Sara Chenal & Olivier Pelmoine · Jean-Marie Lemarchand - Hommage à Astor Piazzolla II. Tango Performed by Sara Chenal, Olivier Pelmoine and Matthias Collet · Joseph Suk - Love Song, Op. 7 No. 1 Performed by David Oistrakh & Vladimir Yampolsky · Peter Warlock - Capriol Suite: 5. Pied-en- l'air Performed by Nicholas Kraemer with the Academy of St Martin in the Fields conducted by Sir Neville Marriner

Programme 96 Violin Concertos Part 1 Programme Description

Today we embark on a new series in which we will explore in depth the various instruments that are used in the orchestra. By in depth I mean that we will listen to a substantial amount of music for each instrument, focusing on them one by one.

We start with the leader of the orchestra, the Violin.

The violin is one of the most celebrated instruments in the world, known for its brilliance, versatility, and expressive power.

Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto in E Minor.

A perfect example, this work that captures everything the violin does best: soaring lyrical lines, sparkling agility, and moments of breathtaking tenderness, all woven into a seamless, flowing conversation between soloist and orchestra. In just a single piece, the violin moves from whispered beauty to triumphant brilliance, showing why it has held the spotlight for centuries.

Max Bruch’s Violin Concerto No. 1 in G minor

Bruch’s Violin Concerto No. 1 is often called one of the most beloved works in the violin repertoire. It perfectly captures the instrument’s deep emotional range, moving from dark, yearning melodies to moments of radiant, heartfelt beauty. In this concerto, the violin seems to sing directly to the listener, carrying rich Romantic expression with both warmth and nobility. Felix Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64 Performed by Anne-Sophie Mutter with the Berliner Philharmoniker conducted by Herbert von Karajan · Felix Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64 Performed by Anne-Sophie Mutter with the Berliner Philharmoniker conducted by Herbert von Karajan · Felix Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64 Performed by Anne-Sophie Mutter with the Berliner Philharmoniker conducted by Herbert von Karajan · Max Bruch: Violin Concerto No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 26 Performed by Anne-Sophie Mutter with the Berliner Philharmoniker conducted by Herbert von Karajan · Max Bruch: Violin Concerto No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 26 Performed by Anne-Sophie Mutter with the Berliner Philharmoniker conducted by Herbert von Karajan · Max Bruch: Violin Concerto No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 26 Performed by Anne-Sophie Mutter with the Berliner Philharmoniker conducted by Herbert von Karajan

Programme 95 Easter at Home

Edward Elgar - Nimrod (Lux Aeterna)

A calm beginning

J.S. Bach – Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring

Familiar and graceful, this brings a quiet sense of hope.

Gabriel Fauré – Pavane Opus 50

Light and melodic, full of elegance and calm beauty.

Ludovico Einaudi – Primavera (7:00)

A gentle piano piece that stirs the heart, like spring awakening.

John Rutter – The Lord Bless You and Keep You

A short and heartfelt choral blessing, comforting and tender.

George Butterworth – The Banks of Green Willow

Pastoral and flowing, evoking English countryside in spring.

Morten Lauridsen – Nocturnes III Sure On This Shining Night

Lush harmonies and text that speaks of quiet wonder.

G.F. Handel – I Know That My Redeemer Liveth from Messiah HWV 56, Pt. 3_ No. 45, Aria

Uplifting and deeply rooted in Easter’s message of hope and renewal.

Eric Whitacre – Lux Aurumque

Peaceful—glowing, soft light in sound form.

Ola Gjeilo – Ubi Caritas

A serene, modern choral piece with a warm, embracing tone.

Franz Schubert - Ave Maria, Op. 52 No. 6, D. 839

A most relaxing and pleasing song, sung by the inimitable Barbara Bonney

John Rutter - This joyful Eastertide

The perfect ending Edward Elgar - Nimrod (Lux Aeterna) Performed by VOCES8 · J.S. Bach – Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring Performed by the Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square & Orchestra at Temple · Gabriel Fauré – Pavane Opus 50 Performed by the Boston Symphony Orchestra and the Tanglewood Festival Chorus conducted by Seiji Ozawa, · Ludovico Einaudi – Primavera (7:00) Performed by Ludovico Einaudi and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Robert Ziegler · John Rutter – The Lord Bless You and Keep You Performed by the Cambridge Singers and the City of London Sinfonia conducted by John Rutter · George Butterworth – The Banks of Green Willow Performed by the Academy of St Martin in the Fields conducted by Sir Neville Marriner · Morten Lauridsen – Nocturnes III Sure On This Shining Night Performed by Polyphony and the Britten Symphonia conducted by Stephen Layton · Handel – I Know That My Redeemer Liveth from Messiah HWV 56, Pt. 3_ No. 45, Aria Performed by Kiri Te Kanawa and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra conducted by Sir Georg Solti · Eric Whitacre – Lux Aurumque Performed by the Eric Whitacre Singers · Ola Gjeilo – Ubi Caritas Performed by VOCES8 · Franz Schubert - Ave Maria, Op. 52 No. 6, D. 839 Performed by Barbara Bonney and Geoffrey Parsons · John Rutter - This joyful Eastertide Performed by the Cambridge Singers conducted by John Rutter

Our theme this Thursday is Whimsy and Delight and I have a mixed bag of music for you, some of it a little bit weird, but all of it charming and delightful!

Domenico Scarlatti - Sonata in C Major, K. 159, L. 104 La Caccia

Francis Poulenc - Flute Sonata, FP 164_ I. Allegro malinconico (feat. Eric Le Sage)

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - Rondo in D major, K.485

Fritz Kreisler - Caprice viennois Op. 2

Fritz Kreisler – Liebesleid

Fritz Kreisler - Schön Rosmarin

Georges Bizet - Petite suite from Jeux d'enfants, Op. 22, WD 39

Maurice Ravel - Jeux d'eau, M. 30

Igor Stravinsky - Petrushka, Pt. 1 The Shrovetide Fair

Jacques Ibert_ Divertissement_ 5. Parade

Francis Poulenc - Improvisation No. 15 in C Minor, FP 176 Domenico Scarlatti - Sonata in C Major, K. 159, L. 104 La Caccia Performed by Dubravka Tomsic · Francis Poulenc - Flute Sonata, FP 164 (Movements 1 and 3) Performed by Emmanuel Pahud & Eric le Sage · Francis Poulenc - Flute Sonata, FP 164 (Movements 1 and 3) Performed by Emmanuel Pahud & Eric le Sage · Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - Rondo in D major, K.485 Performed by Mitsuko Uchida · Fritz Kreisler - Caprice viennois Op. 2 Performed by Anne-Sophie Mutter & Lambert Orkis · Fritz Kreisler - Liebesleid Performed by Anne-Sophie Mutter & Lambert Orkis · Fritz Kreisler - Schön Rosmarin Performed by Anne-Sophie Mutter & Lambert Orkis · Georges Bizet - Petite suite from Jeux d'enfants, Op. 22, WD 39 Performed by the Orchestre de Paris conducted by Paavo Järvi i. Marche “Trompette et Tambour” · Georges Bizet - Petite suite from Jeux d'enfants, Op. 22, WD 39 Performed by the Orchestre de Paris conducted by Paavo Järvi Ii. Berceuse “La poupée” · Georges Bizet - Petite suite from Jeux d'enfants, Op. 22, WD 39 Performed by the Orchestre de Paris conducted by Paavo Järvi III. “Impromptu La toupee” · Georges Bizet - Petite suite from Jeux d'enfants, Op. 22, WD 39 Performed by the Orchestre de Paris conducted by Paavo Järvi IV. Duo “Petit mari, petite femme” · Georges Bizet - Petite suite from Jeux d'enfants, Op. 22, WD 39 Performed by the Orchestre de Paris conducted by Paavo Järvi V. Galop “Le bal” · Maurice Ravel - Jeux d'eau, M. 30 Performed by Martha Argerich · Ibert_ Divertissement_ 5. Parade Performed by the Academy of St Martin in the Fields conducted by Sir Neville Marriner · Francis Poulenc - Improvisation No. 15 in C Minor, FP 176 Performed by Pascal Rogé · Igor Stravinsky - Petrushka, Pt. 1 Shrovetide Fair Introduction - At the Shrovetide Fair (1947 Version) Performed by the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra conducted by Sir Simon Rattle, featuring Peter Donohoe

In today’s programme we are continuing to look at the topic the use of Theme and Variations, after Beethoven. We have music by Elgar and Dvorak.

Edward Elgar (1857–1934)

Enigma Variations, Op. 36 – 14 variations each portraying a friend of the composer

Antonín Dvořák (1841–1904)

Symphonic Variations, Op. 78 – a richly orchestrated and well-developed variation set

Dvořák and Elgar infused variation form with National Identity and Orchestral Color, cultural and personal identity.

The theme is used as mirror, not only transformed musically but emotionally and socially.

Bohemian composer Antonín Dvořák brought it to the orchestra with his Symphonic Variations—a colorful and inventive work that dances, sighs, and sings.

Meanwhile, in England, Edward Elgar took a deeply personal approach. Elgar’s Enigma Variations personalize the theme; each variation is a vignette.His Enigma Variations are portraits of his friends, each one full of character, wit, and affection. Together, they form a musical scrapbook of human connection.

Please come and join me for the music! Edward Elgar - Variations on an Original Theme, Op. 36 Enigma Performed by the Wiener Philharmoniker conducted by John Eliot Gardiner · Edward Elgar - Variations on an Original Theme, Op. 36 Enigma Performed by the Wiener Philharmoniker conducted by John Eliot Gardiner · Edward Elgar - Variations on an Original Theme, Op. 36 Enigma Performed by the Wiener Philharmoniker conducted by John Eliot Gardiner · Edward Elgar - Variations on an Original Theme, Op. 36 Enigma Performed by the Wiener Philharmoniker conducted by John Eliot Gardiner · Edward Elgar - Variations on an Original Theme, Op. 36 Enigma Performed by the Wiener Philharmoniker conducted by John Eliot Gardiner · Edward Elgar - Variations on an Original Theme, Op. 36 Enigma Performed by the Wiener Philharmoniker conducted by John Eliot Gardiner · Edward Elgar - Variations on an Original Theme, Op. 36 Enigma Performed by the Wiener Philharmoniker conducted by John Eliot Gardiner · Edward Elgar - Variations on an Original Theme, Op. 36 Enigma Performed by the Wiener Philharmoniker conducted by John Eliot Gardiner · Edward Elgar - Variations on an Original Theme, Op. 36 Enigma Performed by the Wiener Philharmoniker conducted by John Eliot Gardiner · Edward Elgar - Variations on an Original Theme, Op. 36 Enigma Performed by the Wiener Philharmoniker conducted by John Eliot Gardiner · Edward Elgar - Variations on an Original Theme, Op. 36 Enigma Performed by the Wiener Philharmoniker conducted by John Eliot Gardiner · Edward Elgar - Variations on an Original Theme, Op. 36 Enigma Performed by the Wiener Philharmoniker conducted by John Eliot Gardiner · Edward Elgar - Variations on an Original Theme, Op. 36 Enigma Performed by the Wiener Philharmoniker conducted by John Eliot Gardiner · Edward Elgar - Variations on an Original Theme, Op. 36 Enigma Performed by the Wiener Philharmoniker conducted by John Eliot Gardiner · Edward Elgar - Variations on an Original Theme, Op. 36 Enigma Performed by the Wiener Philharmoniker conducted by John Eliot Gardiner · Antonín Dvořák - Symphonic Variations, Op. 78 Performed by the NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchester conducted by Sir John Eliot Gardiner · Frédéric Chopin - Chopin Nocturne Op. 9 No. 2 in E Flat Major Performed by Jan Lisiecki

Our programme today features music that transports us to faraway places, infused with cultural colours.

Mikhail Ippolitov-Ivanov Caucasian - Sketches for Orchestra, Op. 10_ Procession of the Sardar

Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov - The Flight of the Bumble-bee

Isaac Albéniz - Suite española, Op.47 - Granada, Sevilla and Asturias

Manuel María Ponce - Estrellita (Arranged for Violin & Orchestra by Joshua Bell and Jascha Heifetz)

Alexander Glazunov - Chant du Ménestrel, Op. 71

Enrique Granados - Danzas Española, Op. 37, No. 10 - Danza Triste, Oriental, Villanesca, and Andaluza

Maurice Ravel - Rapsodie espagnole, M. 54 – Habanera and Feria Mikhail Ippolitov-Ivanov Caucasian - Sketches for Orchestra, Op. 10_ Procession of the Sardar Performed by the4 Philadelphia Orchestra, conducted by Eugene Ormandy · Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov - The Flight of the Bumble-bee Performed by the Royal Scottish National Orchestra conducted by Neeme Järvi · Isaac Albéniz - Suite española, Op.47 - Granada, Sevilla and Asturias Performed by Miloš Karadaglić · Isaac Albéniz - Suite española, Op.47 - Granada, Sevilla and Asturias Performed by Miloš Karadaglić · Isaac Albéniz - Suite española, Op.47 - Granada, Sevilla and Asturias Performed by Miloš Karadaglić · Manuel María Ponce - Estrellita (Arranged for Violin & Orchestra by Joshua Bell and Jascha Heifetz) Performed by Joshua Bell and the Orchestra of St. Luke’s conducted by Michael Stern · Alexander Glazunov - Chant du Ménestrel, Op. 71 Performed by Mstislav Rostropovich and the Boston Symphony Orchestra xonducted by Seiji Ozawa · Enrique Granados - Danzas Española, Op. 37, No. 10 - Danza Triste, Oriental, Villanesca, and Andaluza Performed by Pepe Romero and Celin Romero · Enrique Granados - Danzas Española, Op. 37, No. 10 - Danza Triste, Oriental, Villanesca, and Andaluza Performed by Pepe Romero and Celin Romero · Enrique Granados - Danzas Española, Op. 37, No. 10 - Danza Triste, Oriental, Villanesca, and Andaluza Performed by Pepe Romero and Celin Romero · Enrique Granados - Danzas Española, Op. 37, No. 10 - Danza Triste, Oriental, Villanesca, and Andaluza Performed by Pepe Romero and Celin Romero · Maurice Ravel - Rapsodie espagnole, M. 54 – Habanera and Feria Performed by the London Symphony Orchestra conducted by Claudio Abbado · Maurice Ravel - Rapsodie espagnole, M. 54 – Habanera and Feria Performed by the London Symphony Orchestra conducted by Claudio Abbado

about Music Programme 92. Brahms Variations: Programme description

Brahms, as arguably the closest follower of Beethoven in the Romantic period, wrote many sets of variations as did Beethoven.

Today we listen to his variations on themes of Paganini, Schumann, and Haydn, including the first set of Variations written for orchestra that was stand-alone (meaning, not part of a longer work.) Johannes Brahms - Variations For 4 Hands On A Theme By Schumann, Op. 23 Performed by Aloys Kontarsky and Alfons Kontarsky · Johannes Brahms - Variations on a Theme by Robert Schumann, Op. 9 Performed by Simon Trpčeski · Johannes Brahms - Variations on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 35 Performed by Evgeny Kissin · Johannes Brahms - Variations on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 35 Performed by Evgeny Kissin · Johannes Brahms - Variations on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 35 Performed by Evgeny Kissin · Johannes Brahms - Variations on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 35 Performed by Evgeny Kissin · Johannes Brahms - Variations on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 35 Performed by Evgeny Kissin · Johannes Brahms - Variations on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 35 Performed by Evgeny Kissin · Johannes Brahms - Variations on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 35 Performed by Evgeny Kissin · Johannes Brahms - Variations on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 35 Performed by Evgeny Kissin · Johannes Brahms - Variations on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 35 Performed by Evgeny Kissin · Johannes Brahms - Variations on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 35 Performed by Evgeny Kissin · Johannes Brahms - Variations on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 35 Performed by Evgeny Kissin · Johannes Brahms - Variations on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 35 Performed by Evgeny Kissin · Johannes Brahms - Variations on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 35 Performed by Evgeny Kissin · Johannes Brahms - Variations on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 35 Performed by Evgeny Kissin · Johannes Brahms - Variations on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 35 Performed by Evgeny Kissin · Johannes Brahms - St Anthony Variations, Op. 56a (Haydn Variations) Performed by the Berliner Philharmoniker conducted by Claudio Abbado

Today’s programme is all about relaxation. Serenades and music suitable for the night.

Mozart – Eine kleine Nachtmusik 4th movement

Franz Strauss – Nocturne, Op. 7

Borodin – Nocturne from String Quartet No. 2

John Field – Nocturne in B-flat Major

Schubert – Ständchen (Serenade)

Grieg – Nocturne, Op. 54 No. 4

Tchaikovsky – Valse Sentimentale, Op. 51 No. 6

Dvořák – Serenade for Strings, Op. 22 Academy of St Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner - Mozart_ Serenade in G Major, K. 525 Eine kleine Nachtmusik - IV. Rondo · Stefan Dohr & Markus Becker - Nocturne, Op. 7 · Emerson String Quartet & Alexander Borodin - Borodin_ String Quartet No. 2 in D_ 3. Notturno · James Galway - Nocturne No. 5 in B-Flat Major · Sumi Jo, Clara-Jumi Kang, Wen Xiao Zheng & Christopher Park - Schubert_ Schwanengesang, D. 957_ No. 4, Ständchen · Stephen Hough & Edvard Grieg - Grieg_ Lyric Pieces Book 5, Op. 54_ No. 4, Notturno · Mischa Maisky, Lily Maisky & Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky - Tchaikovsky_ 6 Pieces, Op. 51, TH. 143_ VI. Valse sentimentale (Arr. for Cello and Piano by Viktor Kubatsky) · Wiener Philharmoniker, Myung-Whun Chung & Antonín Dvořák - Dvořák_ Serenade for Strings in E Major, Op. 22, B. 52 - I. Moderato · Wiener Philharmoniker, Myung-Whun Chung & Antonín Dvořák - Dvořák_ Serenade for Strings in E Major, Op. 22, B. 52 - I. Moderato · Wiener Philharmoniker, Myung-Whun Chung & Antonín Dvořák - Dvořák_ Serenade for Strings in E Major, Op. 22, B. 52 - I. Moderato · Wiener Philharmoniker, Myung-Whun Chung & Antonín Dvořák - Dvořák_ Serenade for Strings in E Major, Op. 22, B. 52 - I. Moderato