L'Enfance du Christ

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While the flight of Jesus (and his parents) from Herod's persecution is religious, Berlioz created just enough drama to enrage the Paris clergy and - with music of quality - entertain everyone else. Composer: Hector Berlioz Performers: BBC National Orchestra of Wales Performers: BBC National Chorus of Wales Performers: Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama Chorus Performer: Anna Stephany (Mezzo-soprano) Performer: Barry Banks (Tenor) Performer: Matthew Brook (Baritone) Performer: Henry Waddington (Bass) Conductor: Thierry Fischer Recording date: 09 December 2011 Date of broadcast: 09 December 2011