Intérprete: Daniel Pioro

Isabela Coracy’s performance as Nina Simone was a perfect opportunity to demonstrate that Ballet Black has a new star and she rose to the challenge with allure.

Manchester’s Bridgewater Hall swells to the music of Stravinsky, Brahms and Beethoven as the BBC Philharmonic explores different perspectives on Classical forms. 

The eclectic London venue’s new artistic director discusses her plans for the future, finding new audiences and rooting music in a sense of place.