As it’s Holy Week this week, I thought I’d stay away from overtly bouncy things. This final movement of Ravel’s suite Ma mère l’Oye (Mother Goose) shimmers with magic and ecstasy. I love gardens, but I don’t have one myself, so this allows me to imagine a paradise garden, full of roses, graceful trees, quiet ponds and shady corners instead.
A delightful concert by Durham University’s early music ensemble that balanced Advent contemplation and festive joy.
A fascinating journey around the great trading cities of Northern Europe and bringing to life one of my favourite albums from recent years.
Fenella Humphreys and Martin Roscoe transform Durham Cathedral into an intimate chamber venue for this classy recital of French romantic music.
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