Philharmonia Orchestra Video Podcasts

Delve into Stravinsky’s Les Noces with pianists Pierre-Laurent Aimard and Tamara Stefanovich. This striking piece features the rare sight of four pianos on stage, played alongside percussionists and singers to create a unique spectacle. In this short film Pierre-Laurent and Tamara explain why they think Les Noces is the most exciting composition for piano today, with other surprising insights along the way. 

Direct download: FINAL_EDIT.mp4
Category:Music -- posted at: 1:51pm UTC

Stravinsky: Myths & Rituals: Choreographer Karole Armitage on Agon and Collaboration

Agon was supposed to be a ballet to end all ballets – that’s what the choreographer George Balanchine wanted to complete his trio of myth-based ballet collaborations with Stravinsky: Apollon musagète, Orpheus, and now Agon. Choreographer Karole Armitage, who danced with Balanchine, is creating a new version of Agon, to première with the Philharmonia in May 2016. Go behind the scenes with her during the rehearsal process.

Direct download: 160416_rituals_armitage_FINAL_small_podcast.mp4
Category:Music -- posted at: 4:19pm UTC

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