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Prom 19: Berlioz and Mendelssohn

Petroc Trelawny introduces the Halle Orchestra conducted by Sir Mark Elder, performing the overture to Berlioz's opera, Benvenuto Cellini and Mendelssohn's 2nd Symphony.

The works of two contrasting composers fill the Royal Albert Hall, played by the Halle Orchestra under the baton of their Music Director, Sir Mark Elder.

The rousing overture to Berlioz's opera, Benvenuto Cellini, is followed by his dramatic cantata, La Mort de Cleopatra, sung by mezzo soprano Susan Graham. Then after the interval, anniversary composer Mendelssohn's 2nd Symphony, the Lobgesang or Hymn of Praise.

Presented by Petroc Trelawny.

2 hours, 15 minutes

Credits

Role Contributor
Presenter Petroc Trelawny
Presenter Miranda Krestovnikoff
Director R Medwyn Hughes

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