Purcell: The English Orpheus
To mark Purcell's Tercentary, Nicholas Kenyon investigates the achievements of one of England's greatest composers. Featuring Michael Chance, David Thomas, Mark Padmore, Sir Michael Tippett & Professor Curtis Price.
To mark Purcell's Tercentary, Nicholas Kenyon investigates the achievements of one of England's greatest composers. Featuring Michael Chance, David Thomas, Mark Padmore, Sir Michael Tippett & Professor Curtis Price.
To mark Purcell's Tercentary, Nicholas Kenyon investigates the achievements of one of England's greatest composers. Featuring Michael Chance, David Thomas, Mark Padmore, Sir Michael Tippett & Professor Curtis Price.
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