Podcasts about Opera North

In this powerhouse episode, Bobby and Steffan sit down with the sensational Michelle Andrews, currently lighting up the West End as Worker #2 and 1st Cover Persephone in the smash-hit Hadestown at the Lyric Theatre. With a career full of standout performances, fierce choreography, and show-stealing covers, Michelle brings the kind of energy that makes theatre magic happen.

In this episode, Nick sits down with the brilliant Robert Gordon for an insightful and entertaining conversation. Together, they reflect on Robert's eventful 2024, delving into the highlights of the year, including his thoughts on the latest revival of Oliver! and the new musical of The Devil Wears Prada.  The conversation then takes a fascinating turn as Robert discusses the first-ever concept musical, Love Life. Recently brought to life by Opera North in Leeds, this groundbreaking piece of musical theatre history sparks a rich discussion about its relevance, impact, and timeless themes. Love Life is a landmark piece in the history of musical theatre, often considered the first "concept musical." It premiered on Broadway in 1948, featuring music by Kurt Weill and lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner. The show stands out for its innovative structure and thematic depth, offering a satirical exploration of the American Dream and the challenges of modern relationships.  See how it links to a classic Disneyland attraction... 

Edward Dick trained as a theatre director with Cheek by Jowl, and has directed acclaimed theatre and opera productions across the UK and abroad. Edward's first short film, An Act of Love, starring Stephen Mangan and Gina McKee, premiered at the Edinburgh Film Festival in 2010 and has played at festivals around the world. His second short That Woman was also successful on the festival circuit and led to his first project for television, A Little Cracker for Hillbilly / Sky 1. In 2016 he was invited to take part in the BBC's continuing drama training scheme, which has seen him direct multiple episodes of BBC One dramas Holby City and Doctors, receiving an RTS nomination for outstanding new talent for his work on the latter.  He is a member of BFI NETWORK x BAFTA Crew 2021 and was recently named by the BBC as one of its ‘broadcasting stars of the future.'In 2020 he took part in the Directors UK High End Drama training programme on Silent Witness, directing 2nd Unit and working across all aspects of the production on multiple blocks and on the development of the 25th anniversary series. He is presently in Australia directing an acclaimed production of Giacomo Puccini's TOSCA. The production recently played the Margaret Court Arena in Melbourne and soon takes to the stage in the Joan Sutherland Theatre at the Sydney Opera House.In this acclaimed, five-star production from Opera North, director Edward Dick writes the tension large upon the stage.The STAGES podcast is available to access and subscribe from Spotify and Apple podcasts. Or from wherever you access your favourite podcasts. A conversation with creatives about craft and career. Follow socials on instagram (stagespodcast) and facebook (Stages).www.stagespodcast.com.au

Linton Stephens tries out a classical playlist on presenter Cherry Healey.Cherry's playlist:Julie Cooper - VENUS in Sunlight Grey Bedřich Smetana - Vltava (Má Vlast) Francesco Turini - Sonata à 31 (Madrigali, Book 1: No. 18) Erik Satie - Gnossienne No. 1 Rosanna Scalfi Marcello - Non v'e core più infelice del mio core innamorato (12 Cantatas: No. 7 - Arde quest'alma) Aziza Mustafa Zadeh - Holiday BlessingsClassical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

Linton Stephens tries out a classical playlist on musician and songwriter Corinne Bailey Rae.Corinne's playlist:Dorothy Howell - Humoresque Samuel Coleridge-Taylor - Deep River John Dowland - Lachrimae Antiquae Gustav Mahler - Symphony No. 4 in G Major: IV. Sehr behaglich Christina Spinei - Meet Me Under the Clock George Frederic Handel - Coronation Anthem No. 1, HWV258 'Zadok the Priest'Classical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

Linton Stephens tries out a classical playlist on his music-loving guest, the comedian, writer and presenter Dane Baptiste. Dane's playlist:Shostakovich: Festive Overture Olivia Belli: Sibyl Susan Spain-Dunk: Cantilena for clarinet and orchestra Op. 51 Ēriks Ešenvalds: Stars Wilhelmine von Bayreut: Concerto for harpsichord and strings in G minor, I Allegro Jacques Loussier: Prelude No. 1 in C major, BWV 846Classical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

Linton Stephens tries out a playlist of all women composers on comedian Ania Magliano, in a special International Women's Day edition of Classical Fix.Ania's playlist:Cecile Chaminade - 6 Etudes de concert - book 1 for piano (Op.35), no.2; Automne Ayanna Witter-Johnson - Earth Dorothy Howell - Lamia - symphonic poem Hildegard von Bingen - O vis eternitatis Ida Presti - SegoviaClassical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

Linton Stephens tries out a classical playlist on Strictly Come Dancing judge, entertainer and author Anton Du Beke.Anton's playlist:Marquez: Conga del Fuego Emilie Mayer: Piano Quartet in E flat major, i Allegro con moto Janet Wheeler: Beati quorum via Piazzolla arr. Storlokken: Estaciónes porteñas: No. 3, Invierno Prorteño Anonymous: Folia: Rodrigo Martinez Tchaikovsky: The Sleeping Beauty (Suite), WaltzClassical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

Linton Stephens tries out a classical playlist on comedian, actor, presenter and writer Jo Brand.Jo's playlist:Alexander Glazunov - Violin Concerto in A minor, Op 82 (3rd mvt) Francisco Guerrero - Maria Magdalene Meredith Monk - The Games: Memory Song (arr. J Wolfe for voices & chamber ensemble) Antonio Pasculli - Le Api (Etude Caractéristique for oboe and piano) Francesca Caccini - Romanesca Edvard Grieg - Piano Concerto in A minor, Op 16 (2nd mvt)Classical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

Linton Stephens tries out a classical playlist on his music-loving guest. This week Linton is joined by writer and podcaster Kirk Flash.Kirk's playlist:Jean Sibelius - Finlandia John McHugh - My England Ludwig van Beethoven - Mass in C Major (Kyrie) Caroline Shaw - Valencia Ethel Smyth - Double Concerto for Horn and Violin (2nd movement) Nico Muhly - Etude 3Classical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

Linton Stephens tries out a classical playlist on comedian Rosie Holt.Rosie's Playlist: Joly Braga Santos - Concerto for Strings in D Minor, Op. 17: III. Allegro ben marcato J S Bach - Piece d'Orgue in G major BWV 572 arr for viols Steve Reich - The Four sections for orchestra: no.4; Full Orchestra Donna McKevitt (words by Derek Jarman) - Sebastiane Elgar - Variations on an original theme ('Enigma') Op.36 for orch: Variation 9; NimrodClassical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

Linton Stephens tries out a classical playlist on his music-loving guest. This week, Linton is joined by Downton Abbey stars turned music duo Michelle Dockery and Michael Fox.Michelle and Michael's playlist:Qunihico Hashimoto - Symphony No. 1 in D Major (3rd movement) Ghislaine Reece-Trapp - In Paradisum Camille Saint-Saens - Danse macabre Dobrinka Tabakova - Desert Swimmers Franz Schubert - Piano Trio No. 2 E-Flat Major (2nd movement) Anne Boyd - The Beginning of the DayClassical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

Khadijah Ibrahiim's essay, A Journey of Things Past and Present, looks at how Leeds's built environment has changed and what that tells us about it as a society. Leeds is a rich north England city in a beautiful rural setting, but only the former is reflected in its physical development. The starting point is a much-loved mural that Khadijah contributed to as part of a school art project about the city's historical and modern architecture. Khadijah still lives in the city and has watched as the skyline has become blotted out by high rise buildings, changing the view and creating a sort of forest of grey trees. She is struck by how beautiful the countryside is around the city, as are many of its historical buildings.The essay will consider what the built city tells us about its identity and why/how the landscape is developed, then move us into the future, talking about the imminent David Oluwale memorial sculpture by Yinka Shonibare, Hibiscus Rising, in currently empty open space down near the river. Khadijah Ibrahiim is a literary activist, theatre maker and published poet/writer. She is the Artistic director of Leeds Young Authors, and executive producer of the award-winning documentary ‘We Are Poets'. Recently work includes writing and directing ‘Sorrel & Black cake' A Windrush Story, a Heritage Lottery funded program as part of GCF. ‘Dead and Wake' Opera North 2020 Resonance and Leeds Playhouse Connecting Voices.Writer/reader, Khadijah Ibrahiim Sound designer, Alisdair McGregor Producer, Polly ThomasLooking at Leeds is a co-commission between BBC Radio 3 and The Space with funding from Arts Council England. A Thomas Carter Project for BBC Radio 3.

Since 1994 Sir Richard Mantle has been General Director of Opera North. He's led the company through the creation of a new home in Leeds; the establishment of the Howard Assembly Room - a performance space for all kinds of music; and many award-winning opera productions. As he leaves the company, at a time when cuts to opera funding have been making headlines, he joins Front Row to discuss why he thinks opera has much to contribute to culture in the UK.Singer-songwriter Billie Marten, from Ripon in Yorkshire, performs tracks from her fourth album, Drop Cherries, ahead of her UK tour, which starts this Saturday in Liverpool. As his new public sculpture, Hibiscus Rising, is unveiled in Leeds, artist Yinka Shonibare talks to Nick about creating a work that marks a dark episode in the city's history and provides a place to come together for all the communities in the city today.Presenter Nick Ahad Producer: Ekene Akalawu

Linton Stephens tries out a classical playlist on comedian Chloe Petts. Chloe's playlist: Fela Sowande - African Suite (1st mvt, Joyful Day) Jasdeep Singh Degun – Ulterior Motives Paul Dukas - The Sorcerer's Apprentice Wilhelmine von Bayreuth - Concerto for harpsichord and strings in G minor (1st mvt) Hildur Guðnadóttir- Fólk fær andlit Emilie Mayer - Piano Quartet in E flat major (1st mvt) Classical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

Christopher explores the challenges of combining a professional career in classical music and the responsibilities of private music tuition with Opera North soprano @SofiaLivotov.

Linton Stephens tries out a classical playlist on Radio 1 presenter Dean McCullough. Dean's playlist: Aaron Copland - Appalachian Spring Suite Lena Natalia - The Knight Cécile Chaminade - Concertino (op.107) Ayanna Witter-Johnson - Draw the Line Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - Piano Sonata No. 11 In A (1st movement) Hooshyar Khayam - Postlude Classical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

Actor Richard Armitage – who starred in North and South and the Hobbit - joins Nick to discuss writing his debut novel, the bio-tech thriller Geneva, which is about to be published in hardback but was originally commissioned as an audio book. Autumn 2023 has seen Opera North launching its first sustainable ‘Green Season'. This includes the world premiere of an ambitious new production, Masque of Might which repurposes the music of composer Henry Purcell in a spectacle of song and dance. We hear from its director Sir David Pountney and soprano Anna Dennis. The Leicester Indie band EasyLife is about to play its last gigs under that name - because the owners of the airline easyJet said their name was too similar to that of the budget airline. EasyGroup confirmed they'd received an agreement from the band saying they would cease using the name after playing at Leicester's 02 Academy and London's Koko. It's not yet known what their new name will be. The Turner prize winning artist Lubaina Himid was once told “black people don't make art”. Part of the 1980s movement of Black and Asian British artists, it was decades before her contribution to the arts was recognised with a CBE. She's now curated an exhibition called A Fine Toothed Comb that looks at the hidden communities of Manchester though her own work and that of other women artists. She steers Nick Ahad around the show and talks about belonging, removing statues and the joys of opera

Linton Stephens tries out a classical playlist on actress and singer Charlotte Ritchie, currently starring in the final series of hit sitcom Ghosts on BBC One. Classical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

To celebrate the start of Black History Month Linton Stephens puts together classical playlist of black women composers for 1xtra Breakfast presenter Nadia Jae. Classical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

Linton Stephens tries out a classical playlist on comedian and Celebrity MasterChef semi-finalist Shazia Mirza. Classical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

Linton Stephens tries out a classical playlist on his music-loving guest. This week, Linton is joined by actress, writer and director Karen Bryson. Karen's playlist: Felix Mendelssohn - Overture "A Midsummer Night's Dream", Op. 21 Hedwige Chrétien - Nuit Igor Stravinsky - Stravinsky: The Rite of Spring, Pt. 2 "The Sacrifice": Sacrificial Dance Suzanne Ciani - The Velocity Of Love Nadia Boulanger - Vers la vie nouvelle Abel Selaocoe - Ibuyile I'Africa / Africa is Back Classical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

Linton Stephens mixes a classical playlist for rugby league player Keegan Hirst. Keegan's playlist: Marianna Martines - Piano Concerto in A major (1st movement) Henriette Bosmans - Nuit Calme (from Impressions) JS Bach - Cello Suite No. 1 in G major (arranged for saxophone) Philip Glass - Light Eleanor Daley - Grandmother Moon Gustav Holst - The Planets: Jupiter, the bringer of jollity Classical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

In a special edition recorded live at Hay Festival 2023, Linton Stephens mixes a classical playlist for comedian, writer and actor Robin Morgan. Robin's playlist: Grace Williams - Fantasia on Welsh Nursery Tunes Niccolò Paganini - Moses Fantasy arr for double basses John Tavener - Song for Athene Francesca Caccini - Ciaccona Dobrinka Tabakova - Concerto for cello and strings (2nd mvt 'Longing') Tolga Kashif - The Queen Symphony (5th mvt) Classical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

Justin Petersen, a native of Peculiar, Missouri, has appeared in opera, music theater, and concert performances throughout the United States, and is a voice teacher, coach, and writer on vocal technique, history, and teaching philosophy.   Justin has been a member of the young artist programs of the Santa Fe Opera, Sarasota Opera Studio Program, Opera North, and Des Moines Metro Opera. He has also appeared as Silas Marner in a reading of Erica Glenn's musical, “The Weaver of Raveloe” at the New York Music Theater Festival. Recently, he appeared in the ensemble of Ragtime: The Symphonic Concert with the Boston Pops.   Justin is the Lead Vocal Coach for My College Audition, helping high school performers prepare for their auditions for Music Theater programs. His students have been accepted at music theater programs throughout the United States.   In this episode, Justin shares his story as a performer and a teacher. Overcoming fear and feelings of inadequacy and ultimately finding happiness in the journey.   To get in touch with Justin - Coaching - https://petersenvoicestudio.com/ & Performance -   Instagram - @justinpetersensings    To connect with Tyler - https://www.tylerkamerman.com/

In a special edition recorded live at Hay Festival 2023, Linton Stephens mixes a classical playlist for comedian Athena Kugblenu. Athena's playlist: James Moody - Spanish Fantasy for Harmonica and Orchestra, "Toledo" Amy Beach - Romance op.23 Valerie Coleman - Red Clay & Mississippi Delta Heitor Villa-Lobos - Aria from Bachiana Brasileira no.5 Hania Rani - Glass Ottorino Respighi - Pines of Rome: The Pines of the Appian Way Classical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

In a special edition recorded live at Hay Festival 2023, Linton Stephens mixes a classical playlist for bestselling writer Jojo Moyes. Jojo's playlist: Rita Strohl - Grande Fantaisie-Quintette (2nd mvt) Percy Grainger - Walking Tune Suad Bushnaq - The Borrowed Dress Jean-Philippe Rameau - Les Boreades: Entree de Polymnie Aaron Copland - Billy the Kid: Mexican Dance and Finale Lili Boulanger - Psalm 129 Classical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

Linton Stephens tries out a classical playlist on comedian Josie Long. Josie's Playlist: Schubert arr. List - Standchen [S.560] (Schwanengesang D.957) (Khatia Buniatishvili) Caroline Shaw - The Isle: II. Ariel (Roomful of Teeth) Richard Ayres - No.37b For Orchestra: 4th mvt: 'Exit' (Frankfurt Radio Symphony Orchestra, Roland Kluttig) Thea Musgrave - Loneliness from Night Windows (Nicholas Daniel, Huw Watkins) Henryk Gorecki - Symphony no. 3 Op.36 (Symphony of sorrowful songs).....: 2nd movement (Dawn Upshaw, London Sinfonietta, David Zinman) Jose Mauricio Nunes Garcia - Requiem Mass I. Introit: Requiem aeternam (Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra, Morgan State College Choir, Paul Freeman) Classical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

Linton Stephens tries out on comedian and podcaster Alison Spittle. Alison's Playlist: Gustav Holst - The Planets - suite (Op.32), Mars, the bringer of war Alma Deutscher - When Day Falls Into Darkness (from Cinderella) Chiara Margarita Cozzolani - Tu dulcis, o bone Jesu, for 4 voices & continuo (Salmi a otto, 1650), Op. 3 Marc Mellits - Black Nancy Dalberg - String Quartet No. 1 in D minor: 3rd mvt Adagio George Gershwin - Rhapsody in blue for piano and orchestra Classical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

For Mental Health Awareness Week, Linton Stephens mixes a classical playlist for former TV anchor turned child therapist Kate Silverton. Classical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

For Mental Health Awareness Week, Linton Stephens tries out a classical playlist on health and wellbeing expert Dr Radha Modgil. Radha's playlist: Felix Mendelssohn - Symphony No. 4 in A Major, Op. 90, MWV N 16, "Italian": I. Allegro vivace Anne Leilehua Lanzilotti - koʻu inoa Anonymous - Pilgrim Songs from the Monastery of Montserrat [1400-1420]: A Madre do que a bestia Sylvie Bodorová - Tre canzoni da suonare per chitarra ed orchestra d´archi: No. 2, Canzone d´amore Tomek Kolczynski/Johann Sebastian Bach - Constellation 999: 999 after BWV 999 & BWV 1018 Anna Phoebe - By The Sea (live) Classical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

Linton Stephens tries out a classical playlist on Radio 1's Gemma Bradley. Gemma's playlist: Louise Farrenc - Nonet in E-flat Major, Op. 38: III Scherzo. Vivace Ludivico Einaudi arr. Delphina James - Samba (Delphina James Steel Ensemble) Isabella Leonarda - 'Ad Arma' from Opera XIII, Op. 13 No. 3 (Robert Crowe, Sandra Roddiger, Sofya Gandilyan) Teresa Carreno - Le Sommeil De L'Enfant, Op. 35. Berceuse (Antonio Oyarzabal) Richard Wagner - The Ride of the Valkyries (Simon Bolivar Symphony Orchestra, Gustavo Dudamel) Gerhard Deutschmann - Contrabassoon Sonata, DWV 133 I. Ruhig (Hans Agreda, Anna Kirichenko) Classical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

Linton Stephens makes a classical playlist for Motherland's Tanya Moodie in a special Mother's Day edition. Tanya's playlist: Dame Ethyl Smyth - Serenade in D major: IV. Finale Libby Larsen - URSA: I. Sings to the Night Sky Joseph-Nicolas-Pancrace Royer - Pièces de clavecin, Book 1: No. 14 La Marche, des Scythes Claudio Monteverdi - Zefiro torna e di soavi accenti, SV 251 Coleridge-Taylor Perkinson - Lamentations, "Black Folk Song Suite": IV. Perpetual Motion Dobrawa Czocher, Hania Rani - Malasana Classical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

For Comic Relief, Linton Stephens is joined by comedians Tiff Stevenson and Larry Dean for a special live edition recorded at Battersea Arts Centre with the BBC Concert Orchestra and conductor Gabriella Teychenné. What will Tiff and Larry make of the classical playlist that Linton made for them when they're face to face with the orchestra performing it? Tiff and Larry's playlist: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - Overture from The Marriage of Figaro Judith Weir - Still, Glowing Dobrinka Tabakova - Orpheus' Comet Claude Debussy - Clair de lune (from Suite bergamasque) Florence Price - Juba Dance from Symphony no.1 Classical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

Linton Stephens mixes a special International Women's Day classical playlist for Derry Girls star, actor and presenter Siobhán McSweeney. Siobhán's playlist: Sofia Gubaidulina - Piano Quintet: IV. Presto Hildegard von Bingen (arr. Missy Mazzoli) - O frondens virga Francesca Caccini - Ciaccona Imogen Holst - String Quartet 'Phantasy' Gabriela Montero - Piano Concerto No. 1 "Latin": II. Andante moderato Meradith Monk - Water/Sky Rant Classical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

Linton Stephens mixes a classical playlist for DJ and Radio 1's Future Alternative presenter, Nels Hylton. Nels' playlist: Poppy Ackroyd - Paper Edward W. Hardy - Strange Fruit William Levi Dawson - Negro Folk Symphony Anne Müller - Drifting Circles Connor Chee - Nocturne for Bassoon and Marimba Jennifer Higdon - Concerto 4-3, III. Roaring Smokies Classical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

Linton Stephens mixes a classical playlist for BBC centenary competition winner, Nisa Riyadi. Nisa's playlist: Greg Pattillo - Three Beats for Beatbox Flute Ralph Vaughan Williams - Greensleeves Ron Forbes - Autun Carillon Eleanor Daley - Upon Your Heart Clarice Assad - Sin fronteras Meredith Monk - Nightfall Classical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

This week Ash + Avi met with director Emma Black. Starting out at Opera North as a choir administrator, Emma has a very unique and interesting journey to her directing career. She has loads of insights and is very involved with education outreach as well. You can now find Emma back at Opera North directing Eugene Onegin. Follow Emma Instagram | Website | Eugene Onegin @ Opera North

Linton Stephens mixes a classical playlist for comedian, actor, and Instagram sensation Harry Trevaldwyn. Harry's Playlist: Fanny Mendelssohn - Schluss Joseph Haydn - String Quartet in G minor Op. 74 No. 3 'The Horseman': IV Finale. Allegro con brio Judith Bingham - The Drowned Lovers Shardad Rohani - London Symphony Orchestra Poppy Ackroyd - Muted Modest Mussorgsky - Night on Bald Mountain Classical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

Women conductors are in the limelight this week with a film called “Tar”, which opens in cinemas today, starring Cate Blanchett depicting the life of Lydia Tár - a fictional world-renowned composer-conductor of the Berlin Philharmonic. The American conductor Marin Alsop famously observed that women are more likely to lead a G7 country or become four-star generals in the US Army than they are to be the principal conductor of a big orchestra. Anita Rani speaks to one our listener Emma Warren who got in touch with us as she is the only woman on her choral conducting course at The Royal Academy and Joséphine Korda who has just been announced by Opera North as their latest Female Conductor Trainee. Yesterday we talked about Andrew Tate and other social media influencers who are spreading misogynistic messages online. Several listeners got in touch to tell us about how their children have come across this kind of material and with concerns about how best to talk about it with them. Anita is joined by Dr Emily Setty, Senior Lecturer at the University of Surrey who does research in schools with young people about sex and relationships and Michael Conroy founder of Men at Work, an organisation that trains professionals how to have constructive dialogue with boys. Jenny Beavan has spent over 40 years dressing the greats of Hollywood for film and screen. She is an 11 time Oscar nominated (and 3 time Oscar winning) costume designer, whose work you will be familiar with from films such as Sense and Sensibility, The King's Speech, and Mad Max: Fury Road. She has just been longlisted for the BAFTA Award for Best Costume Design for her work on Mrs Harris Goes to Paris. The film tells the story of Ada Harris, played by Lesley Manville, a cleaning lady who – unsurprisingly – travels to Paris, after she sees a Dior dress belonging to one of her clients and is determined to own one of her own. Jenny joins Anita to tell us about the process of recreating old Dior designs and the transformative power of that perfect dress! More than 25 years ago, the World Health Organisation made a commitment to eradicate Female Genital Mutilation across the world. Despite this, around eight thousand women and girls each day go through FGM. To understand why this is still happening, Anita Rani will hear from WHO researcher Dr Christina Pallitto and charity CEO Nkatha Mugao, who helps women and girls in Kenya who have been cut, and is working to stop FGM.

To round off Christmas Day and begin the Boxing Day recovery, Linton Stephens tries out a mix of soothing, reflective and festive classical music on Blue Peter presenter Mwaka Mudenda. Linton's playlist for Mwaka includes everything from festive favourites which captured his own imagination as a child, to tracks he uses to escape. Will Mwaka find something to love on the playlist, or, at the very least, something she thinks might help wind down stressed-out parents? Grab some leftovers and that jar of piccalilli from the back of the fridge and tune in to find out. Classical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

Lucy Prebble, acclaimed playwright and Succession screenwriter, talks to Tom about the return of I Hate Suzie Too, her TV collaboration with Billie Piper about a B-list celebrity making a reality TV comeback, following an intimate phone hacking scandal. Immersive and interactive exhibitions, performances and ‘experiences' are everywhere, from the Frida Kahlo exhibition at the Reel Store in Coventry to a Peaky Blinders experience in London. Tom is joined by author Laurence Scott and art critic Rachel Campbell-Johnson to ask if we've reached peak immersion. After having its funding slashed and being told it must move out of London, where does the English National Opera go from here? Manchester has been mooted, although there are reports that the Arts Council may be about to grant the ENO a reprieve. The company's chief executive Stuart Murphy will give us an update, and we'll hear from Richard Mantle, chief executive of Leeds-based Opera North, which tours to cities including Greater Manchester. And Manchester-based opera singer Soraya Mafi, who has performed with ENO, explains what the move might mean to her. Image: Billie Piper as Suzie Pickles in I Hate Suzie Too Photographer: Tom Beard Copyright: Sky UK Ltd.

Linton Stephens mixes a classical playlist for breath coach, author, DJ, founder of BreathPod and host of BBC Radio 1's Decompression Session Stuart Sandeman. Stuart's playlist: Arturo Marquez - Conga del Fuego Maurice Ravel - Piano Concerto in G (2nd mvt) Rebecca Clarke - Chinese Puzzle Meredith Monk - Double Fiesta Emil Ingmar - Fullerö, Full Moon Bruce Broughton - Homeward Bound Classical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

Linton Stephens mixes a classical playlist for baker, food stylist, recipe writer and 2016 Great British Bake Off quarter-finalist, Benjamina Ebuehi. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

Linton Stephens introduces a music-loving guest to classical music. Thsi week, Linton is joined by the host of 1Xtra Talks, Richie Brave. Richie's playlist: Antonin Dvorak - String Quartet no.12 'American' (1st movement) Valerie Coleman - Portraits of Langston: IV. Silver Rain Emilie Mayer - Symphony no.7 (3rd movement) Peter Gregson - Somnia Julius Eastman - Stay On It Carl Orff - Carmina Burana: I. O Fortuna Classical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

Linton Stephens mixes a classical playlist for comedian and writer Catherine Bohart. Catherine's playlist: Clara Schumann - Piano Sonata in G minor (2nd movement) Antonio Vivaldi - Violin Concerto in D major RV.211 (3rd movement) Hannah Peel - Sunrise Through the Dusty Nebula Jennifer Higdon - Harp Concerto (2nd movement 'Joy Ride') Ola Gjeilo - Northern Lights Johannes Brahms - Symphony no.3 in F (3rd movement) Classical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

Linton Stephens mixes a classical playlist for his music-loving guest. This week, Linton is joined by food critic and writer Jimi Famurewa, whose new book 'Settlers: Journeys Through the Food, Faith and Culture of Black African London' has just been released. Jimi's playlist: Justinian Tamasuza - Ekitundu Ekisooka Percy Grainger - Irish Tune from County Derry Dorothy Rudd Moore - Old Black Men Philip Herbert - Elegy (In Memoriam Stephen Lawrence) Ruth Gipps - Horn Concerto (3rd movement) Ayanna Witter-Johnson - Rise Up Riddim Classical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

Linton Stephens hosts a new series of Classical Fix, introducing music-loving guests to classical music. This week, Linton is joined by comedy artist Elf Lyons. Elf's playlist: Shirley J. Thompson - Semplice Sempre Edward Elgar - Soliloquy Gioachino Rossini - Duetto buffo di due gatti (Cat Duet) Shelley Washington - Middleground Elizabeth Maconchy - Ophelia's Song Oswald Russell - Three Jamaican Dances (no.2) Classical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

For Black History Month, Linton Stephens mixes a classical playlist of music by black composers for his guest, the writer, pole dance teacher and host of the 'Say Your Mind' podcast, Kelechi Okafor. Kelechi's playlist: Anthony R. Green - The Green Double: II. Dance Reflections Fred Onovwerosuoke - 24 Studies in African Rythms: Study no.24 'Raging River Dance 2' Margaret Bonds - What Lips My Lips Have Kissed Joseph Bologne - Symphony in G major op.11 no.1 (1st movement) Ysaye Maria Barnwell - We Are Avril Coleridge-Taylor - Sussex Landscape op.27 (1st movement) Classical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries. Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.

As Grandson of George V, George Lascelles was a first cousin to Queen Elizabeth II and with his distinguished beard and Nero style jackets, he was the very image of aristocracy, moving in the highest of royal circles, yet it was in the Royal Circles of Britain's opera houses that he felt most at home. It was at English National Opera North (now Opera North) that Lesley Garrett first met George. With their shared love of all things musical, and both proudly from Yorkshire, they developed a friendship that was to last a lifetime. Having survived capture during the Second World War (deepening his knowledge of opera whilst interned as a prisoner of war), he dedicated much of his time to making opera accessible to all. He strove to deliver the best of opera for everyone, with a genuine passion and commitment that inspired all those he worked with. During his career he served as Director of The Royal Opera House, Chairman of the Board of The English National Opera, Managing Director of the ENO, Managing Director of English National Opera North (now Opera North) and outside of opera he served as a Governor of the BBC and President of the British Board of Film Classification. His other great passion was football. He served as President of Leeds United Football Club from 1961 until his death and was President of the Football Association from 1963 to 1972. As Lesley recalls, he believed that both music and sport were 'levelling', that in these worlds there were no kings or paupers. Throughout his life he supported both of these passions, opening doors for everyone, instilling values of accessibility that live on till this day. He died on 11th July 2011 aged 88. Lesley is joined by Professor Alexandra Wilson, a musicologist, author and cultural historian, specialising in Italian opera and British operatic culture from the 1920's to the present day. Presented by Matthew Parris Produced by Nicola Humphries for BBC Audio Bristol