01/03/2008
Alwynne Pritchard looks at improvisation in modern classical music, with composer Richard Barrett and writer John L Walters. Plus music by Elliott Sharp and Christian Marclay.
Alwynne Pritchard explores the world of improvisation and its role in contemporary classical music, in a discussion with composer Richard Barrett and writer John L Walters. The programme includes a recorded studio session by Elliott Sharp and Christian Marclay.
Sharp/Marclay: Improvisation
Elliott Sharp (guitar, soprano saxophone, electronics)
Christian Marclay (turntables, electronics)
Barrett: Adrift
Sarah Nicolls (piano)
Richard Barrett (electronics)
Tchaikovsky, arr. Oswald: Violin Concerto
Jon Rose (violin)
大象传媒 Scottish Symphony Orchestra
Ilan Volkov (conductor)
Bailey, arr. Burn: Three
Rhodri Davies (harp)
Angharad Davies (violin)
Nikos Veliotis (cello).
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