Royal Philharmonic Orchestra presents The Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra

Alexander Shelley, Principal Associate Conductor of the RPO, narrates and conducts a very special version of Benjamin Britten's celebrated introduction to the orchestra. Featuring a brand new narration and with the full Royal Philharmonic Orchestra coming together digitally from their own homes, we are excited to present to you our new take on this lively fugue and variations based on a memorable theme by Henry Purcell.

Produced and edited by Matthew Knight.
The Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra appears courtesy of Boosey & Hawkes Music Publishers Limited.
Duration: 25 minutes.

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00:00 Countdown and donations appeal
01:55 Introduction
03:49 Theme
06:55 Variations
20:37 Finale

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