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Kate Molleson presents a Christmas Day treat of Romantic music as performed recently by some of the most talented artists of the younger generation. The captivating Russian cellist, Anastasia Kobelina won many hearts with her soulful performances of Rachmaninov's ravishing sonata both in Stratford and at London's Wigmore Hall. And, only a few nights later, the soprano Katharina Konradi made the romantic yearnings of Tchaikovsky her own in a an evening to remember.

Liszt: Etudes d'execution transcendante S.139 for piano - No 11. Harmonies du soir
Alexander Gadjiev (piano)

Tchaikovsky: At the ball Op. 38 No. 3, Do not believe, my friend Op 6 no 1, It was in the early spring Op. 38 No. 2, Cradle song Op. 16 No. 1
Katharina Konradi (soprano), Joseph Middleton (piano)

Rachmaninov: Cello Sonata Op. 19
Anastasia Kobekina (cello), Luka Okros (piano)

Rachmaninov: Vocalise
Anastasia Kobekina (cello), Luka Okros (piano)

Established two decades ago, Radio 3's New Generation Artists scheme is internationally acknowledged as the foremost scheme of its kind. It exists to offer a platform for artists at the beginning of their international careers. Each year six musicians join the scheme for two years, during which time they appear at the UK's major music festivals, enjoy dates with the 大象传媒 orchestras and have the opportunity to record in the 大象传媒 studios. The artists are also encouraged to form artistic partnerships with one another and to explore a wide range of repertoire, not least the work of contemporary and women composers. In recent years Radio 3's New Generation Artists have appeared at many of the UK's music festivals and concert halls. The 大象传媒 New Generation Artists Scheme is not itself a prize, rather it offers a unique two year platform on which artists can develop their prodigious talents. Not surprisingly, the list of alumni reads like a Who鈥檚 Who of the most exciting musicians of the past two decades.