The Early Music Show

The Mandolin

Sunday 13 May 2007 0:00-1:00 (Radio 3)

The instrument has a history stretching back over 400 years and has always been popular for informal music-making. Lucie Skeaping talks to mandolin player Alison Stephens, who traces the instrument's journey from its Medieval and Renaissance ancestors. Music includes works by Vivaldi, Domenico Scarlatti and Leone.

Duration:

1 hour

The Early Music Show

Episode and Playlist Information

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• 13 May 07 Resonanzen Festival
• 12 May 07 The Mandolin
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