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The Lark Ascending

The Essay Solo

Five musicians offer an intimate, soloist’s-eye-view of some of classical music’s masterpieces.

Today, violinist Thomas Mathias discusses and demonstrates his approach to playing Vaughan Williams's landmark The Lark Ascending.

Produced by Ellie Ajao

14 minutes

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Monday 21:45
BBC Radio 3

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