This Classical Life

Jess Gillam presents her new show, with pianist and sound artist Belle Chen.

From her musical beginnings in a carnival band, to being the first ever saxophone finalist in BBC Young Musician, performing at the Last Night Of The BBC Proms and at this year’s BAFTA awards, Jess is one of today’s most engaging and charismatic performers. Each week on This Classical Life, Jess will be joined by young musicians to swap tracks and share musical discoveries across a wide range of styles, revealing how music shapes their everyday lives.

This week, Jess’s guest is former BBC Introducing pianist and sound artist Belle Chen. Their 30 minute musical journey together includes Korngold's Violin Concerto, music for prepared piano by John Cage and Aphex Twin, Sibelius' 7th Symphony and Herbie Hancock performing works by Ravel.

This Classical Life is also available as a podcast on BBC Sounds.

• Producer: Andy King

Publicity contact: SRB