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Jacob Joyce leads the Pittsburgh Symphony in two Finnish works, both which paint the natural beauty of their composers’ homeland. James Ehnes takes matters a different direction in a work by Bernstein.

A compelling BBC Prom exploring lyrical visions of God, infinity, and the natural world – through orchestra, organ and birdsong – that demanded a second hearing.

In an unusual programme, with Finnish music from Rautavaara and Sibelius, separated by Walton, the Ulster Orchestra and Anu Tali find all the subtleties in the music.  

Vasks’ Viola Concerto receives its Scottish première with Maxim Rysanov and the Scottish Chamber Orchestra as they explore music and nature in the Baltic, Rome and America.

A tribute concert to the passing of the grand old man of Finnish music, Einojuhani Rautavaara, offers a programme that focusses on sonic beauty at the expense of a more rounded appreciation of the composer's output.