Janacek's Sinfonietta in Building a Library with Nigel Simeone and Andrew McGregor
Andrew McGregor with the best new classical releases, with guest reviewers Katy Hamilton and Nigel Simeone, who surveys recordings of Janacek's Sinfonietta and makes a top choice.
Andrew McGregor with his selection of some of the week's best new classical releases.
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Andrew is joined by guest reviewer Katy Hamilton for her favourite releases of the week.
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Building a Library: critic, writer and expert on Czech music Nigel Simeone surveys recordings of Janacek's Sinfonietta and makes a top recommendation.
Written for large orchestra with heavy brass, Janacek said his Sinfonietta of 1926 was intended to express "contemporary free man, his spiritual beauty and joy, his strength, courage and determination to fight for victory". It has stirred audiences ever since, and has a rich recorded legacy.
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