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Clemency Burton-Hill celebrates the music making of the 大象传媒 New Generation Artists. Here is the chance to hear a starry line-up of young musicians caught by the 大象传媒 microphones when they are on the brink of glittering international careers. Today the Swiss-Chinese pianist Louis Schwizgebel scintillates in Scarlatti, the Armenian cellist Narek Hakhnazaryan delights in Stravinsky's homage to the commedia dell'arte and the German baritone Benjamin Appl is joined by the inspirational pianist, Graham Johnson in Beethoven. Kitty Whately opens with two delightful songs by Michael Head.

Michael Head: Green Cornfield; Star Candles
Kitty Whately (mezzo-soprano), Gamal Khamis (piano)

Scarlatti: Sonata in C major Kk406; Scarlatti Sonata in F minor Kk466
Louis Schwizgebel (piano)

Stravinsky: Suite Italienne
Narek Hakhnazaryan (cello), Oxana Shevchenko (piano)

Beethoven: In questa tomba oscura (Carpani) WoO133
Benjamin Appl (baritone), Graham Johnson (piano)

As part of the 大象传媒's commitment to developing and nurturing young talent, 大象传媒 Radio 3 launched its New Generation Artists scheme in the autumn of 1999. Now well into its second decade, the scheme has the reputation of being a world leader for young artists. Every autumn six to seven artists or groups who are beginning to make a mark on the national and international music scene are invited to join the scheme, which offers them unique opportunities to develop their considerable talents. These include concerts in London and around the UK, appearances and recordings with the 大象传媒 Orchestras, special studio recordings for Radio 3, and, last but not least, appearances at the Proms.