Inspired by the tumult of the impending French Revolution, Mozart's intricate and sublime opera Le nozze di Figaro proved explosive yet rapidly became one of the true masterpieces of the genre. Nicholas Kenyon discusses a wide range of interpretations with Andrew, before settling for what he believes to be the ultimate recording to buy, download or stream.

Mozart's The Marriage Of Figaro

Building a Library: a guide to the best recordings of the greatest classical music. Each week an expert and enthusiast brings along a  wide range of recordings of a well-known piece. They explore the music and the different ways of performing it, ending with a recommendation for your library

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Flora Willson's ultimate recommendation for Debussy's ballet Jeux.

Debussy's Jeux

Kate Molleson chooses her favourite recording of Stravinsky's The Firebird

Stravinsky's The Firebird

Jeremy Sams chooses his favourite recording of Ravel's Piano Concerto for the Left Hand.

Ravel's Piano Concerto for the Left Hand

Iain Burnside chooses his favourite recording of Mahler's Kindertotenlieder.

Mozart's The Marriage Of Figaro

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