1. Stopping at the top
Violinist Tasmin Little talks to musicians Kathryn Stott and Sean Bishop who have decided to explore a new life, away from public performance.
Violinist Tasmin Little talks to musicians Kathryn Stott and Sean Bishop who have decided to turn the page and explore a new life, away from public performance.
Like Tasmin, pianist Kathryn Stott also had a mission to stop at the top of her game. They talk about the realities of acting on that decision, having to leave long-standing partnerships behind and how their final performances felt.
Tasmin also speaks to violist Sean Bishop who made a huge transition in the middle of his working life from a busy freelancer in the London orchestras, to a fine instrument dealer. Tasmin reflects on her decision to sell her beloved violin just days after her final performance, and that she hasn’t played a single note since.
Produced by Rebecca Gaskell for BBC Audio North
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