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| Composer | Janáček, Leoš (1854-1928) |
| Period | Early 20th century |
| Work type | Orchestral |
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LondonRachmaninov’s Third Piano Concerto
Kaprálová, Rachmaninov, Janáček
BBC Symphony Orchestra; Jakub Hrůša; Lukáš Vondráček
LondonDvořák Violin Concerto with James Ehnes
Pejačević, Dvořák, Suk, Janáček
Philharmonia Orchestra; Kevin John Edusei; James Ehnes
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Cello whisperer Kian Soltani debuts in Sydney
Terrific orchestral colours abound in this Sydney Symphony concert under Simone Young, adding to a thoughtful and emotive rendering of one of the best-known cello concertos.
Mixed results from Dalia Stasevska's trio of 20th-century works
Seldom heard and standard repertoire bring mixed results from Dalia Stasevska, the BBC Symphony Orchestra and BBC Symphony Chorus.
The spirit of the revolution lives on in Prague
With Petr Popelka on the podium, the Czech Philharmonic provides a memorable commemoration of the 35th anniversary of the Velvet Revolution.
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MunichJanáček Sinfonietta: Simon Rattle, BRSO
Janáček: Sinfonietta, Op.60
Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra; Sir Simon Rattle
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Bachtrack top ten: Leoš Janáček
Janáček was heavily influenced by folk music and speech inflections of his native Moravia. The vast majority of his greatest works come from his final decade, inspired by his infatuation with Kamila Stösslová.