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Radio 3,26 Mar 2020,96 mins

Fantasia on Welsh nursery tunes

Experience Classical

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Generally regarded as Wales' most notable female composer, Grace Williams' best-loved composition is the Fantasia on Welsh Nursery Tunes. The work presents a skilful and beautiful arrangement of several traditional songs, with livelier numbers framing slower and emotional music. It has remained popular with successive generations of professional and youth musicians. Composer: Grace Williams Performers: BBC National Orchestra of Wales Conductor: Grant Llewellyn Recording date: 30 September 2000 Date of broadcast: 11 April 2001

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