The First Night of the Proms culminates with Harmonium, a choral work from John Adams, performed by the BBC Symphony Orchestra, BBC Symphony Chorus and the BBC Proms Youth Choir.
The First Night of the Proms culminates with Harmonium, a dazzling choral work from American music titan John Adams, who celebrates his 70th birthday this year. Harmonium is a thrilling and captivating setting of poetry by John Donne and Emily Dickinson, performed by the BBC Symphony Orchestra, BBC Symphony Chorus and the BBC Proms Youth Choir, conducted by Edward Gardner. Presented by Katie Derham.
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John Adams
Harmonium
Choir: BBC Proms Youth Choir. Choir: BBC Symphony Chorus. Orchestra: BBC Symphony Orchestra. Performer: Edward Gardner.
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Katie Derham |
| Conductor | Edward Gardner |
| Musician | Igor Levit |
| Choir | BBC Proms Youth Choir |
| Choir | BBC Symphony Chorus |
| Orchestra | BBC Symphony Orchestra |
| Director | Huw Rhodri |
| Producer | Joe McCulloch |
Broadcast
- Fri 14 Jul 201721:00
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