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Pulcinella

Frances Fyfield tracks down the stories behind the scores of well-known pieces of music. 2/4: Pulcinella. Stravinsky's sketchbook for his ballet can be found in the British Library.

30 minutes

Broadcasts

  • Tue 22 Apr 200813:30
  • Sat 26 Apr 200815:30

Seven disastrous classical music premieres that went on to be hits

Seven disastrous classical music premieres that went on to be hits

First night (mares) featuring drunk conductors, rioting audiences and hidden trapdoors.