39/60: Elgar
Thursday 20 September 2007 16:00-17:00 (Radio 3)
Performances of the music James Naughtie mentions in his Radio 4 series, which connects historical events and their effect on the course of classical music.
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39/60. Elgar
Elgar's music has become emblematic of England. But does his music merely express jingoistic nationalism, or is there a deeper understanding of English values? Music includes Falstaff.
Elgar: In the south (Alassio) - overture (Op.50)
BBC NOW
Richard Hickox (conductor)
BBC recording, not available commercially
Elgar: Falstaff
London Philharmonic Orchestra
Sir Adrian Boult (conductor)
EMI 5851522 Tracks 8 - 13
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