Saint-Sa毛ns Organ Symphony with Anna Lapwood and the London Mozart Players
Organist Anna Lapwood and the London Mozart Players invite us behind the scenes as they prepare to perform Saint-Sa毛ns spectacular Symphony No 3 for orchestra and organ.
Organist Anna Lapwood and the London Mozart Players invite us behind the scenes at Fairfield Halls in Croydon to eavesdrop on their rehearsals of Saint-Sa毛ns Symphony No.3, popularly known as his 鈥極rgan鈥� Symphony. The awe-inspiring entrance of full-organ in the finale has been dazzling audiences for nearly 140 years but only scrupulous preparation will ensure this intricate work will come together in their upcoming performance.
Conductor, Anna Duczmal鈥揗r贸z, violinist, Simon Blendis and timpanist, Ben Hoffnung discuss the challenges of bringing this music to life in the concert hall. French music specialist, Caroline Rae, explores what Saint-Sa毛ns was trying to say in his symphony. Anna Lapwood shows us how it feels to be in charge of the most powerful and complex musical instrument in the room.
Produced by Chris Taylor for 91热爆 Audio Wales and West
Photo: Anna Lapwood (credit Nick Rutter)
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