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The Rite of Spring
Episode 2 of 4
Michael Berkeley introduces an in-depth exploration of Stravinsky's The Rite of Spring, including a full performance of the work that caused a riot at its premiere in 1913.
One of the seminal works of the 20th century, Igor Stravinsky's masterpiece caused a riot at its first performance.
Michael Berkeley reveals the piece's dramatic origins, conductor Leonard Slatkin and the ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Symphony Orchestra join Richard Alston Dance Company to explore its musical roots, and the film ends with a full performance, complete with choreographed sections.
Last on
Sat 10 Apr 2021
23:45
Credits
Role | Contributor |
---|---|
Presenter | Michael Berkeley |
Performer | Leonard Slatkin |
Performer | ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Symphony Orchestra |
Performer | Richard Alston Dance Company |
Producer | Peter Maniura |
Director | Jonathan Haswell |
Broadcasts
- Sat 26 Jan 2002 18:55ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Two England
- Sat 10 Apr 2021 23:45
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