Daniel Barenboim and the Staatskappelle Berlin perform an entirely English programme, including Elgar's Second Symphony and the UK premiere of Sir Harrison Birtwistle's Deep Time.
Inspirational maestro Daniel Barenboim makes his second appearance in this opening weekend of the 2017 Proms season. Conducting his German orchestra Staatskappelle Berlin, Barenboim brings an entirely English programme to the Royal Albert Hall, including Elgar's poignant Second Symphony and the UK premiere of Sir Harrison Birtwistle's Deep Time, a work dedicated to the memory of Birtwistle's friend and colleague Sir Peter Maxwell Davies.
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Elgar: Symphony No. 2 in E flat major, 2nd mvt 鈥� extract (2017)
Duration: 02:06
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Barenboim's speech and "Land of Hope and Glory" excerpt (2017)
Duration: 07:55
Music Played
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Harrison Birtwistle
Deep Time
Orchestra: Staatskapelle Berlin. Conductor: Daniel Barenboim. -
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Edward Elgar
Symphony No 2 in E flat major
Orchestra: Staatskapelle Berlin. Performer: Daniel Barenboim.
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Tom Service |
| Producer | Martyn Stevens |
| Director | John Williams |
| Conductor | Daniel Barenboim |
| Orchestra | Orchestra Staatskappelle Berlin |
Broadcast
- Sun 16 Jul 2017 20:00
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