The Essay

The Proms at 80

Monday 13 August 2007 23:00-23:15 (Radio 3)

Three prominent musical and cultural historians consider how the Proms have evolved over the years.

Duration:

15 minutes

Playlist:

1/3. Roderick Swanston reflects on changing tastes as seen in the planning for this summer's programme, using recollections from two past Controllers, William Glock and John Drummond.

The Essay

Episode and Playlist Information

• 23 Aug 07 On Auden
• 22 Aug 07 On Auden
• 21 Aug 07 On Auden
• 20 Aug 07 On Auden
• 15 Aug 07 The Proms at 80
• 14 Aug 07 Proms at 80
• 13 Aug 07 The Proms at 80
• 9 Aug 07 Stones That Speak
• 8 Aug 07 Stones that Speak
• 6 Aug 07 Stones that Speak