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17:30  Waldbühne 2009 - Russian Rythms

The Waldbühne in Berlin, one of the most appealing outdoor amphitheatres on the European continent, is the home of the Berliner Philharmoniker’s summer concerts. With over 20.000 attendances, these are some of the most popular classical music concerts in the world. This year Sir Simon Rattle, the Berliner Philharmoniker and the renowed Yefim Bronfman present an superb selection of Russian music. Sir Simon Rattle Berliner Philharmoniker Yefim Bronfman

19:13  Schumann - Davidsbündlertänze

Boris Berezovsky plays Schumann's Davidsbündlertänze Boris Berezovsky

19:47  Bartók - Violin Concerto No. 2

Leonidas Kavakos, one of the leading violinists in the world, performs Bartok’s Violin Concerto No. 2, accompanied by conductor Sir Simon Rattle and the Berliner Philharmoniker. Sir Simon Rattle Berliner Philharmoniker Leonidas Kavakos

20:28  Verdi - La Traviata Act I

Norah Amsellem as Violetta leads a cast of outstanding talent in Pier Luigi Pizzi’s beautiful production filmed with High Definition cameras and recorded in multi-track surround sound. Jesús López Cobos conducts the Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real (Madrid Symphony Orchestra and Chorus) in an acclaimed reading of one of Verdi’s greatest works. Jesús López Cobos Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real, Madrid Norah Amsellem, José Bros, Renato Bruson, Itxaro Mentxaka, Maria Espada, Emilio Sánchez, David Rubiera, Marco Moncloa

21:01  Verdi - La Traviata Act II

Norah Amsellem as Violetta leads a cast of outstanding talent in Pier Luigi Pizzi’s beautiful production filmed with High Definition cameras and recorded in multi-track surround sound. Jesús López Cobos conducts the Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real (Madrid Symphony Orchestra and Chorus) in an acclaimed reading of one of Verdi’s greatest works. Jesús López Cobos Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real, Madrid Norah Amsellem, José Bros, Renato Bruson, Itxaro Mentxaka, Maria Espada, Emilio Sánchez, David Rubiera, Marco Moncloa

22:07  Verdi - La Traviata Act III

Norah Amsellem as Violetta leads a cast of outstanding talent in Pier Luigi Pizzi’s beautiful production filmed with High Definition cameras and recorded in multi-track surround sound. Jesús López Cobos conducts the Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real (Madrid Symphony Orchestra and Chorus) in an acclaimed reading of one of Verdi’s greatest works. Jesús López Cobos Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real, Madrid Norah Amsellem, José Bros, Renato Bruson, Itxaro Mentxaka, Maria Espada, Emilio Sánchez, David Rubiera, Marco Moncloa

22:49  Rimsky-Korsakov - Scheherazade part 2 'The Kalendar Prince'

Neeme Järvi leads the Berliner Philharmoniker in a performance of Rimsky-Korsakov's Scheherazade. Neeme Järvi Berliner Philharmoniker

23:01  Beethoven - 32 Variations on a theme

Kissin plays Beethoven´s 32 variations on a theme at the Verbier Festival Evgeny Kissin

23:14  Bruch - Kol Nidrei

Mischa Maisky performs Bruch's Kol Nidre from the Verbier Festival together with the USB Verbier Festival Orchestra USB Verbier Festival Orchestra Mischa Maisky

23:25  Lincke - Berliner Luft

Neeme Järvi conducts the Berliner Philharmoniker in a performance of Linke’s Berliner Luft, which is also the hymn of Berlin. Neeme Järvi Berliner Philharmoniker

23:30  Waldbühne 2009 - Russian Rythms

The Waldbühne in Berlin, one of the most appealing outdoor amphitheatres on the European continent, is the home of the Berliner Philharmoniker’s summer concerts. With over 20.000 attendances, these are some of the most popular classical music concerts in the world. This year Sir Simon Rattle, the Berliner Philharmoniker and the renowed Yefim Bronfman present an superb selection of Russian music. Sir Simon Rattle Berliner Philharmoniker Yefim Bronfman

1:13  Schumann - Davidsbündlertänze

Boris Berezovsky plays Schumann's Davidsbündlertänze Boris Berezovsky

1:47  Bartók - Violin Concerto No. 2

Leonidas Kavakos, one of the leading violinists in the world, performs Bartok’s Violin Concerto No. 2, accompanied by conductor Sir Simon Rattle and the Berliner Philharmoniker. Sir Simon Rattle Berliner Philharmoniker Leonidas Kavakos

2:27  Verdi - La Traviata Act I

Norah Amsellem as Violetta leads a cast of outstanding talent in Pier Luigi Pizzi’s beautiful production filmed with High Definition cameras and recorded in multi-track surround sound. Jesús López Cobos conducts the Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real (Madrid Symphony Orchestra and Chorus) in an acclaimed reading of one of Verdi’s greatest works. Jesús López Cobos Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real, Madrid Norah Amsellem, José Bros, Renato Bruson, Itxaro Mentxaka, Maria Espada, Emilio Sánchez, David Rubiera, Marco Moncloa

3:01  Verdi - La Traviata Act II

Norah Amsellem as Violetta leads a cast of outstanding talent in Pier Luigi Pizzi’s beautiful production filmed with High Definition cameras and recorded in multi-track surround sound. Jesús López Cobos conducts the Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real (Madrid Symphony Orchestra and Chorus) in an acclaimed reading of one of Verdi’s greatest works. Jesús López Cobos Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real, Madrid Norah Amsellem, José Bros, Renato Bruson, Itxaro Mentxaka, Maria Espada, Emilio Sánchez, David Rubiera, Marco Moncloa

4:07  Verdi - La Traviata Act III

Norah Amsellem as Violetta leads a cast of outstanding talent in Pier Luigi Pizzi’s beautiful production filmed with High Definition cameras and recorded in multi-track surround sound. Jesús López Cobos conducts the Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real (Madrid Symphony Orchestra and Chorus) in an acclaimed reading of one of Verdi’s greatest works. Jesús López Cobos Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real, Madrid Norah Amsellem, José Bros, Renato Bruson, Itxaro Mentxaka, Maria Espada, Emilio Sánchez, David Rubiera, Marco Moncloa

4:49  Rimsky-Korsakov - Scheherazade part 2 'The Kalendar Prince'

Neeme Järvi leads the Berliner Philharmoniker in a performance of Rimsky-Korsakov's Scheherazade. Neeme Järvi Berliner Philharmoniker

5:01  Beethoven - 32 Variations on a theme

Kissin plays Beethoven´s 32 variations on a theme at the Verbier Festival Evgeny Kissin

5:14  Bruch - Kol Nidrei

Mischa Maisky performs Bruch's Kol Nidre from the Verbier Festival together with the USB Verbier Festival Orchestra USB Verbier Festival Orchestra Mischa Maisky

5:25  Lincke - Berliner Luft

Neeme Järvi conducts the Berliner Philharmoniker in a performance of Linke’s Berliner Luft, which is also the hymn of Berlin. Neeme Järvi Berliner Philharmoniker

5:30  Waldbühne 2009 - Russian Rythms

The Waldbühne in Berlin, one of the most appealing outdoor amphitheatres on the European continent, is the home of the Berliner Philharmoniker’s summer concerts. With over 20.000 attendances, these are some of the most popular classical music concerts in the world. This year Sir Simon Rattle, the Berliner Philharmoniker and the renowed Yefim Bronfman present an superb selection of Russian music. Sir Simon Rattle Berliner Philharmoniker Yefim Bronfman

7:13  Schumann - Davidsbündlertänze

Boris Berezovsky plays Schumann's Davidsbündlertänze Boris Berezovsky

7:47  Bartók - Violin Concerto No. 2

Leonidas Kavakos, one of the leading violinists in the world, performs Bartok’s Violin Concerto No. 2, accompanied by conductor Sir Simon Rattle and the Berliner Philharmoniker. Sir Simon Rattle Berliner Philharmoniker Leonidas Kavakos

8:28  Verdi - La Traviata Act I

Norah Amsellem as Violetta leads a cast of outstanding talent in Pier Luigi Pizzi’s beautiful production filmed with High Definition cameras and recorded in multi-track surround sound. Jesús López Cobos conducts the Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real (Madrid Symphony Orchestra and Chorus) in an acclaimed reading of one of Verdi’s greatest works. Jesús López Cobos Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real, Madrid Norah Amsellem, José Bros, Renato Bruson, Itxaro Mentxaka, Maria Espada, Emilio Sánchez, David Rubiera, Marco Moncloa

9:01  Verdi - La Traviata Act II

Norah Amsellem as Violetta leads a cast of outstanding talent in Pier Luigi Pizzi’s beautiful production filmed with High Definition cameras and recorded in multi-track surround sound. Jesús López Cobos conducts the Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real (Madrid Symphony Orchestra and Chorus) in an acclaimed reading of one of Verdi’s greatest works. Jesús López Cobos Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real, Madrid Norah Amsellem, José Bros, Renato Bruson, Itxaro Mentxaka, Maria Espada, Emilio Sánchez, David Rubiera, Marco Moncloa

10:07  Verdi - La Traviata Act III

Norah Amsellem as Violetta leads a cast of outstanding talent in Pier Luigi Pizzi’s beautiful production filmed with High Definition cameras and recorded in multi-track surround sound. Jesús López Cobos conducts the Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real (Madrid Symphony Orchestra and Chorus) in an acclaimed reading of one of Verdi’s greatest works. Jesús López Cobos Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real, Madrid Norah Amsellem, José Bros, Renato Bruson, Itxaro Mentxaka, Maria Espada, Emilio Sánchez, David Rubiera, Marco Moncloa

10:49  Rimsky-Korsakov - Scheherazade part 2 'The Kalendar Prince'

Neeme Järvi leads the Berliner Philharmoniker in a performance of Rimsky-Korsakov's Scheherazade. Neeme Järvi Berliner Philharmoniker

11:02  Beethoven - 32 Variations on a theme

Kissin plays Beethoven´s 32 variations on a theme at the Verbier Festival Evgeny Kissin

11:14  Bruch - Kol Nidrei

Mischa Maisky performs Bruch's Kol Nidre from the Verbier Festival together with the USB Verbier Festival Orchestra USB Verbier Festival Orchestra Mischa Maisky

11:25  Lincke - Berliner Luft

Neeme Järvi conducts the Berliner Philharmoniker in a performance of Linke’s Berliner Luft, which is also the hymn of Berlin. Neeme Järvi Berliner Philharmoniker

11:30  Waldbühne 2009 - Russian Rythms

The Waldbühne in Berlin, one of the most appealing outdoor amphitheatres on the European continent, is the home of the Berliner Philharmoniker’s summer concerts. With over 20.000 attendances, these are some of the most popular classical music concerts in the world. This year Sir Simon Rattle, the Berliner Philharmoniker and the renowed Yefim Bronfman present an superb selection of Russian music. Sir Simon Rattle Berliner Philharmoniker Yefim Bronfman

13:13  Schumann - Davidsbündlertänze

Boris Berezovsky plays Schumann's Davidsbündlertänze Boris Berezovsky

13:47  Bartók - Violin Concerto No. 2

Leonidas Kavakos, one of the leading violinists in the world, performs Bartok’s Violin Concerto No. 2, accompanied by conductor Sir Simon Rattle and the Berliner Philharmoniker. Sir Simon Rattle Berliner Philharmoniker Leonidas Kavakos

14:28  Verdi - La Traviata Act I

Norah Amsellem as Violetta leads a cast of outstanding talent in Pier Luigi Pizzi’s beautiful production filmed with High Definition cameras and recorded in multi-track surround sound. Jesús López Cobos conducts the Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real (Madrid Symphony Orchestra and Chorus) in an acclaimed reading of one of Verdi’s greatest works. Jesús López Cobos Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real, Madrid Norah Amsellem, José Bros, Renato Bruson, Itxaro Mentxaka, Maria Espada, Emilio Sánchez, David Rubiera, Marco Moncloa

15:01  Verdi - La Traviata Act II

Norah Amsellem as Violetta leads a cast of outstanding talent in Pier Luigi Pizzi’s beautiful production filmed with High Definition cameras and recorded in multi-track surround sound. Jesús López Cobos conducts the Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real (Madrid Symphony Orchestra and Chorus) in an acclaimed reading of one of Verdi’s greatest works. Jesús López Cobos Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real, Madrid Norah Amsellem, José Bros, Renato Bruson, Itxaro Mentxaka, Maria Espada, Emilio Sánchez, David Rubiera, Marco Moncloa

16:07  Verdi - La Traviata Act III

Norah Amsellem as Violetta leads a cast of outstanding talent in Pier Luigi Pizzi’s beautiful production filmed with High Definition cameras and recorded in multi-track surround sound. Jesús López Cobos conducts the Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real (Madrid Symphony Orchestra and Chorus) in an acclaimed reading of one of Verdi’s greatest works. Jesús López Cobos Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real, Madrid Norah Amsellem, José Bros, Renato Bruson, Itxaro Mentxaka, Maria Espada, Emilio Sánchez, David Rubiera, Marco Moncloa

16:49  Rimsky-Korsakov - Scheherazade part 2 'The Kalendar Prince'

Neeme Järvi leads the Berliner Philharmoniker in a performance of Rimsky-Korsakov's Scheherazade. Neeme Järvi Berliner Philharmoniker

17:02  Beethoven - 32 Variations on a theme

Kissin plays Beethoven´s 32 variations on a theme at the Verbier Festival Evgeny Kissin

17:14  Bruch - Kol Nidrei

Mischa Maisky performs Bruch's Kol Nidre from the Verbier Festival together with the USB Verbier Festival Orchestra USB Verbier Festival Orchestra Mischa Maisky

17:25  Lincke - Berliner Luft

Neeme Järvi conducts the Berliner Philharmoniker in a performance of Linke’s Berliner Luft, which is also the hymn of Berlin. Neeme Järvi Berliner Philharmoniker

17:30  Strauss II - Die Fledermaus Act I

Glyndebourne’s pulsating production of the Waltz King’s much-loved comic operetta includes outstanding performances from a cast led by Pamela Armstrong, Thomas Allen, Ragnar Ulfung and Håkan Hagegård with The Glyndebourne Chorus and London Philharmonic Orchestra under Vladimir Jurowski. Vladimir Jurowski The Glyndebourne Chorus The London Philharmonic Orchestra Alfred: Pär Lindskog Adele: Lyubov Petrova Rosalinde: Pamela Armstrong Gabriel von Eisenstein: Thomas Allen Dr Blind: Ragnar Ulfung Dr Falke: Håkan Hagegård Frank: Artur Korn Prince Orlofsky: Malena Ernman Frosch: Udo Samel Ida: Renée Schüttengruber

18:24  Strauss II - Die Fledermaus Act II-1

Glyndebourne’s pulsating production of the Waltz King’s much-loved comic operetta includes outstanding performances from a cast led by Pamela Armstrong, Thomas Allen, Ragnar Ulfung and Håkan Hagegård with The Glyndebourne Chorus and London Philharmonic Orchestra under Vladimir Jurowski. Vladimir Jurowski The Glyndebourne Chorus The London Philharmonic Orchestra Alfred: Pär Lindskog Adele: Lyubov Petrova Rosalinde: Pamela Armstrong Gabriel von Eisenstein: Thomas Allen Dr Blind: Ragnar Ulfung Dr Falke: Håkan Hagegård Frank: Artur Korn Prince Orlofsky: Malena Ernman Frosch: Udo Samel Ida: Renée Schüttengruber

19:00  Strauss II - Die Fledermaus Act II-2

Glyndebourne’s pulsating production of the Waltz King’s much-loved comic operetta includes outstanding performances from a cast led by Pamela Armstrong, Thomas Allen, Ragnar Ulfung and Håkan Hagegård with The Glyndebourne Chorus and London Philharmonic Orchestra under Vladimir Jurowski. Vladimir Jurowski The Glyndebourne Chorus The London Philharmonic Orchestra Alfred: Pär Lindskog Adele: Lyubov Petrova Rosalinde: Pamela Armstrong Gabriel von Eisenstein: Thomas Allen Dr Blind: Ragnar Ulfung Dr Falke: Håkan Hagegård Frank: Artur Korn Prince Orlofsky: Malena Ernman Frosch: Udo Samel Ida: Renée Schüttengruber

19:34  Strauss II - Die Fledermaus Act III

Glyndebourne’s pulsating production of the Waltz King’s much-loved comic operetta includes outstanding performances from a cast led by Pamela Armstrong, Thomas Allen, Ragnar Ulfung and Håkan Hagegård with The Glyndebourne Chorus and London Philharmonic Orchestra under Vladimir Jurowski. Vladimir Jurowski The Glyndebourne Chorus The London Philharmonic Orchestra Alfred: Pär Lindskog Adele: Lyubov Petrova Rosalinde: Pamela Armstrong Gabriel von Eisenstein: Thomas Allen Dr Blind: Ragnar Ulfung Dr Falke: Håkan Hagegård Frank: Artur Korn Prince Orlofsky: Malena Ernman Frosch: Udo Samel Ida: Renée Schüttengruber

20:18  Márquez - Dánzon No. 2

The Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra and Gustavo Dudamel perform Marquez' Danzon No. 2` Gustavo Dudamel Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra

20:29  Mendelssohn Gala 2009

In 2009 music lovers all over the world celebrate the 200th birthday of Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy, one of the most important artists of the 19th century. On February 3rd, 2009 (exactly 200 years after his birth) the city of Leipzig celebrates its famous citizen with a festive Gala Concert from the Gewandhaus zu Leipzig. The Gewandhausorchester plays under the baton of its Musical Director Riccardo Chailly and performs Mendelssohn’s “Trumpet-Overture”, the “Scottish Symphony” and - as a highlight - the Piano Concerto No. 1 with star pianist Lang Lang. Riccardo Chailly Gewandhausorchester Leipzig Lang Lang

21:58  Wagner - Siegfried Idyll

Manfred Honeck conducts the USB Festival Orchestra in a performance of Wagner's Siegfried Idyll Manfred Honeck USB Festival Orchestra

22:15  Mahler - Symphony No. 4 part 3

Claudio Abbado leads the Gustav Mahler Jugend Orchester in a beautiful performance of the third movement of Mahler’s fourth symphony. Claudio Abbado Gustav Mahler Jugend Orchester

22:34  Britten - Phantasy Quartet, for oboe & string trio

Heinz Holliger and the Keller quartet perform a beautiful masterpiece by the English composer Benjamin Britten: the Fantasy for oboe and string quartet. Heinz Holliger, oboe the Keller quartet, strings

22:48  Schubert - String Quartet No. 14 ´Death and the Maiden´ Part I

Quator Ebéne performs the first movement (Allegro) of the quartet “Der Töd und das Mädchen” by Franz Schubert. Quator Ebéne

23:00  Mozart - Symphony No. 36 'Linz' part 3

Daniel Barenboim leads the Berliner Philharmoniker in a performance of the third part of Mozart's Symphony No. 36 'Linz'. Daniel Barenboim Berliner Philharmoniker

23:12  Ravel - Daphnis et Chloé Suite No. 2

Gustavo Dudamel conducts the Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra in Ravel's Daphnis et Chloe (Suite No. 2). Gustavo Dudamel Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra

23:30  Strauss II - Die Fledermaus Act I

Glyndebourne’s pulsating production of the Waltz King’s much-loved comic operetta includes outstanding performances from a cast led by Pamela Armstrong, Thomas Allen, Ragnar Ulfung and Håkan Hagegård with The Glyndebourne Chorus and London Philharmonic Orchestra under Vladimir Jurowski. Vladimir Jurowski The Glyndebourne Chorus The London Philharmonic Orchestra Alfred: Pär Lindskog Adele: Lyubov Petrova Rosalinde: Pamela Armstrong Gabriel von Eisenstein: Thomas Allen Dr Blind: Ragnar Ulfung Dr Falke: Håkan Hagegård Frank: Artur Korn Prince Orlofsky: Malena Ernman Frosch: Udo Samel Ida: Renée Schüttengruber

0:23  Strauss II - Die Fledermaus Act II-1

Glyndebourne’s pulsating production of the Waltz King’s much-loved comic operetta includes outstanding performances from a cast led by Pamela Armstrong, Thomas Allen, Ragnar Ulfung and Håkan Hagegård with The Glyndebourne Chorus and London Philharmonic Orchestra under Vladimir Jurowski. Vladimir Jurowski The Glyndebourne Chorus The London Philharmonic Orchestra Alfred: Pär Lindskog Adele: Lyubov Petrova Rosalinde: Pamela Armstrong Gabriel von Eisenstein: Thomas Allen Dr Blind: Ragnar Ulfung Dr Falke: Håkan Hagegård Frank: Artur Korn Prince Orlofsky: Malena Ernman Frosch: Udo Samel Ida: Renée Schüttengruber

1:00  Strauss II - Die Fledermaus Act II-2

Glyndebourne’s pulsating production of the Waltz King’s much-loved comic operetta includes outstanding performances from a cast led by Pamela Armstrong, Thomas Allen, Ragnar Ulfung and Håkan Hagegård with The Glyndebourne Chorus and London Philharmonic Orchestra under Vladimir Jurowski. Vladimir Jurowski The Glyndebourne Chorus The London Philharmonic Orchestra Alfred: Pär Lindskog Adele: Lyubov Petrova Rosalinde: Pamela Armstrong Gabriel von Eisenstein: Thomas Allen Dr Blind: Ragnar Ulfung Dr Falke: Håkan Hagegård Frank: Artur Korn Prince Orlofsky: Malena Ernman Frosch: Udo Samel Ida: Renée Schüttengruber

1:34  Strauss II - Die Fledermaus Act III

Glyndebourne’s pulsating production of the Waltz King’s much-loved comic operetta includes outstanding performances from a cast led by Pamela Armstrong, Thomas Allen, Ragnar Ulfung and Håkan Hagegård with The Glyndebourne Chorus and London Philharmonic Orchestra under Vladimir Jurowski. Vladimir Jurowski The Glyndebourne Chorus The London Philharmonic Orchestra Alfred: Pär Lindskog Adele: Lyubov Petrova Rosalinde: Pamela Armstrong Gabriel von Eisenstein: Thomas Allen Dr Blind: Ragnar Ulfung Dr Falke: Håkan Hagegård Frank: Artur Korn Prince Orlofsky: Malena Ernman Frosch: Udo Samel Ida: Renée Schüttengruber

2:18  Márquez - Dánzon No. 2

The Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra and Gustavo Dudamel perform Marquez' Danzon No. 2` Gustavo Dudamel Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra

2:29  Mendelssohn Gala 2009

In 2009 music lovers all over the world celebrate the 200th birthday of Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy, one of the most important artists of the 19th century. On February 3rd, 2009 (exactly 200 years after his birth) the city of Leipzig celebrates its famous citizen with a festive Gala Concert from the Gewandhaus zu Leipzig. The Gewandhausorchester plays under the baton of its Musical Director Riccardo Chailly and performs Mendelssohn’s “Trumpet-Overture”, the “Scottish Symphony” and - as a highlight - the Piano Concerto No. 1 with star pianist Lang Lang. Riccardo Chailly Gewandhausorchester Leipzig Lang Lang

3:58  Wagner - Siegfried Idyll

Manfred Honeck conducts the USB Festival Orchestra in a performance of Wagner's Siegfried Idyll Manfred Honeck USB Festival Orchestra

4:15  Mahler - Symphony No. 4 part 3

Claudio Abbado leads the Gustav Mahler Jugend Orchester in a beautiful performance of the third movement of Mahler’s fourth symphony. Claudio Abbado Gustav Mahler Jugend Orchester

4:34  Britten - Phantasy Quartet, for oboe & string trio

Heinz Holliger and the Keller quartet perform a beautiful masterpiece by the English composer Benjamin Britten: the Fantasy for oboe and string quartet. Heinz Holliger, oboe the Keller quartet, strings

4:48  Schubert - String Quartet No. 14 ´Death and the Maiden´ Part I

Quator Ebéne performs the first movement (Allegro) of the quartet “Der Töd und das Mädchen” by Franz Schubert. Quator Ebéne

5:00  Mozart - Symphony No. 36 'Linz' part 3

Daniel Barenboim leads the Berliner Philharmoniker in a performance of the third part of Mozart's Symphony No. 36 'Linz'. Daniel Barenboim Berliner Philharmoniker

5:11  Ravel - Daphnis et Chloé Suite No. 2

Gustavo Dudamel conducts the Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra in Ravel's Daphnis et Chloe (Suite No. 2). Gustavo Dudamel Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra

5:30  Strauss II - Die Fledermaus Act I

Glyndebourne’s pulsating production of the Waltz King’s much-loved comic operetta includes outstanding performances from a cast led by Pamela Armstrong, Thomas Allen, Ragnar Ulfung and Håkan Hagegård with The Glyndebourne Chorus and London Philharmonic Orchestra under Vladimir Jurowski. Vladimir Jurowski The Glyndebourne Chorus The London Philharmonic Orchestra Alfred: Pär Lindskog Adele: Lyubov Petrova Rosalinde: Pamela Armstrong Gabriel von Eisenstein: Thomas Allen Dr Blind: Ragnar Ulfung Dr Falke: Håkan Hagegård Frank: Artur Korn Prince Orlofsky: Malena Ernman Frosch: Udo Samel Ida: Renée Schüttengruber

6:24  Strauss II - Die Fledermaus Act II-1

Glyndebourne’s pulsating production of the Waltz King’s much-loved comic operetta includes outstanding performances from a cast led by Pamela Armstrong, Thomas Allen, Ragnar Ulfung and Håkan Hagegård with The Glyndebourne Chorus and London Philharmonic Orchestra under Vladimir Jurowski. Vladimir Jurowski The Glyndebourne Chorus The London Philharmonic Orchestra Alfred: Pär Lindskog Adele: Lyubov Petrova Rosalinde: Pamela Armstrong Gabriel von Eisenstein: Thomas Allen Dr Blind: Ragnar Ulfung Dr Falke: Håkan Hagegård Frank: Artur Korn Prince Orlofsky: Malena Ernman Frosch: Udo Samel Ida: Renée Schüttengruber

7:00  Strauss II - Die Fledermaus Act II-2

Glyndebourne’s pulsating production of the Waltz King’s much-loved comic operetta includes outstanding performances from a cast led by Pamela Armstrong, Thomas Allen, Ragnar Ulfung and Håkan Hagegård with The Glyndebourne Chorus and London Philharmonic Orchestra under Vladimir Jurowski. Vladimir Jurowski The Glyndebourne Chorus The London Philharmonic Orchestra Alfred: Pär Lindskog Adele: Lyubov Petrova Rosalinde: Pamela Armstrong Gabriel von Eisenstein: Thomas Allen Dr Blind: Ragnar Ulfung Dr Falke: Håkan Hagegård Frank: Artur Korn Prince Orlofsky: Malena Ernman Frosch: Udo Samel Ida: Renée Schüttengruber

7:34  Strauss II - Die Fledermaus Act III

Glyndebourne’s pulsating production of the Waltz King’s much-loved comic operetta includes outstanding performances from a cast led by Pamela Armstrong, Thomas Allen, Ragnar Ulfung and Håkan Hagegård with The Glyndebourne Chorus and London Philharmonic Orchestra under Vladimir Jurowski. Vladimir Jurowski The Glyndebourne Chorus The London Philharmonic Orchestra Alfred: Pär Lindskog Adele: Lyubov Petrova Rosalinde: Pamela Armstrong Gabriel von Eisenstein: Thomas Allen Dr Blind: Ragnar Ulfung Dr Falke: Håkan Hagegård Frank: Artur Korn Prince Orlofsky: Malena Ernman Frosch: Udo Samel Ida: Renée Schüttengruber

8:18  Márquez - Dánzon No. 2

The Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra and Gustavo Dudamel perform Marquez' Danzon No. 2` Gustavo Dudamel Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra

8:29  Mendelssohn Gala 2009

In 2009 music lovers all over the world celebrate the 200th birthday of Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy, one of the most important artists of the 19th century. On February 3rd, 2009 (exactly 200 years after his birth) the city of Leipzig celebrates its famous citizen with a festive Gala Concert from the Gewandhaus zu Leipzig. The Gewandhausorchester plays under the baton of its Musical Director Riccardo Chailly and performs Mendelssohn’s “Trumpet-Overture”, the “Scottish Symphony” and - as a highlight - the Piano Concerto No. 1 with star pianist Lang Lang. Riccardo Chailly Gewandhausorchester Leipzig Lang Lang

9:58  Wagner - Siegfried Idyll

Manfred Honeck conducts the USB Festival Orchestra in a performance of Wagner's Siegfried Idyll Manfred Honeck USB Festival Orchestra

10:15  Mahler - Symphony No. 4 part 3

Claudio Abbado leads the Gustav Mahler Jugend Orchester in a beautiful performance of the third movement of Mahler’s fourth symphony. Claudio Abbado Gustav Mahler Jugend Orchester

10:34  Britten - Phantasy Quartet, for oboe & string trio

Heinz Holliger and the Keller quartet perform a beautiful masterpiece by the English composer Benjamin Britten: the Fantasy for oboe and string quartet. Heinz Holliger, oboe the Keller quartet, strings

10:48  Schubert - String Quartet No. 14 ´Death and the Maiden´ Part I

Quator Ebéne performs the first movement (Allegro) of the quartet “Der Töd und das Mädchen” by Franz Schubert. Quator Ebéne

11:00  Mozart - Symphony No. 36 'Linz' part 3

Daniel Barenboim leads the Berliner Philharmoniker in a performance of the third part of Mozart's Symphony No. 36 'Linz'. Daniel Barenboim Berliner Philharmoniker

11:12  Ravel - Daphnis et Chloé Suite No. 2

Gustavo Dudamel conducts the Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra in Ravel's Daphnis et Chloe (Suite No. 2). Gustavo Dudamel Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra

11:30  Strauss II - Die Fledermaus Act I

Glyndebourne’s pulsating production of the Waltz King’s much-loved comic operetta includes outstanding performances from a cast led by Pamela Armstrong, Thomas Allen, Ragnar Ulfung and Håkan Hagegård with The Glyndebourne Chorus and London Philharmonic Orchestra under Vladimir Jurowski. Vladimir Jurowski The Glyndebourne Chorus The London Philharmonic Orchestra Alfred: Pär Lindskog Adele: Lyubov Petrova Rosalinde: Pamela Armstrong Gabriel von Eisenstein: Thomas Allen Dr Blind: Ragnar Ulfung Dr Falke: Håkan Hagegård Frank: Artur Korn Prince Orlofsky: Malena Ernman Frosch: Udo Samel Ida: Renée Schüttengruber

12:24  Strauss II - Die Fledermaus Act II-1

Glyndebourne’s pulsating production of the Waltz King’s much-loved comic operetta includes outstanding performances from a cast led by Pamela Armstrong, Thomas Allen, Ragnar Ulfung and Håkan Hagegård with The Glyndebourne Chorus and London Philharmonic Orchestra under Vladimir Jurowski. Vladimir Jurowski The Glyndebourne Chorus The London Philharmonic Orchestra Alfred: Pär Lindskog Adele: Lyubov Petrova Rosalinde: Pamela Armstrong Gabriel von Eisenstein: Thomas Allen Dr Blind: Ragnar Ulfung Dr Falke: Håkan Hagegård Frank: Artur Korn Prince Orlofsky: Malena Ernman Frosch: Udo Samel Ida: Renée Schüttengruber

13:00  Strauss II - Die Fledermaus Act II-2

Glyndebourne’s pulsating production of the Waltz King’s much-loved comic operetta includes outstanding performances from a cast led by Pamela Armstrong, Thomas Allen, Ragnar Ulfung and Håkan Hagegård with The Glyndebourne Chorus and London Philharmonic Orchestra under Vladimir Jurowski. Vladimir Jurowski The Glyndebourne Chorus The London Philharmonic Orchestra Alfred: Pär Lindskog Adele: Lyubov Petrova Rosalinde: Pamela Armstrong Gabriel von Eisenstein: Thomas Allen Dr Blind: Ragnar Ulfung Dr Falke: Håkan Hagegård Frank: Artur Korn Prince Orlofsky: Malena Ernman Frosch: Udo Samel Ida: Renée Schüttengruber

13:34  Strauss II - Die Fledermaus Act III

Glyndebourne’s pulsating production of the Waltz King’s much-loved comic operetta includes outstanding performances from a cast led by Pamela Armstrong, Thomas Allen, Ragnar Ulfung and Håkan Hagegård with The Glyndebourne Chorus and London Philharmonic Orchestra under Vladimir Jurowski. Vladimir Jurowski The Glyndebourne Chorus The London Philharmonic Orchestra Alfred: Pär Lindskog Adele: Lyubov Petrova Rosalinde: Pamela Armstrong Gabriel von Eisenstein: Thomas Allen Dr Blind: Ragnar Ulfung Dr Falke: Håkan Hagegård Frank: Artur Korn Prince Orlofsky: Malena Ernman Frosch: Udo Samel Ida: Renée Schüttengruber

14:18  Márquez - Dánzon No. 2

The Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra and Gustavo Dudamel perform Marquez' Danzon No. 2` Gustavo Dudamel Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra

14:29  Mendelssohn Gala 2009

In 2009 music lovers all over the world celebrate the 200th birthday of Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy, one of the most important artists of the 19th century. On February 3rd, 2009 (exactly 200 years after his birth) the city of Leipzig celebrates its famous citizen with a festive Gala Concert from the Gewandhaus zu Leipzig. The Gewandhausorchester plays under the baton of its Musical Director Riccardo Chailly and performs Mendelssohn’s “Trumpet-Overture”, the “Scottish Symphony” and - as a highlight - the Piano Concerto No. 1 with star pianist Lang Lang. Riccardo Chailly Gewandhausorchester Leipzig Lang Lang

15:58  Wagner - Siegfried Idyll

Manfred Honeck conducts the USB Festival Orchestra in a performance of Wagner's Siegfried Idyll Manfred Honeck USB Festival Orchestra

16:15  Mahler - Symphony No. 4 part 3

Claudio Abbado leads the Gustav Mahler Jugend Orchester in a beautiful performance of the third movement of Mahler’s fourth symphony. Claudio Abbado Gustav Mahler Jugend Orchester

16:34  Britten - Phantasy Quartet, for oboe & string trio

Heinz Holliger and the Keller quartet perform a beautiful masterpiece by the English composer Benjamin Britten: the Fantasy for oboe and string quartet. Heinz Holliger, oboe the Keller quartet, strings

16:48  Schubert - String Quartet No. 14 ´Death and the Maiden´ Part I

Quator Ebéne performs the first movement (Allegro) of the quartet “Der Töd und das Mädchen” by Franz Schubert. Quator Ebéne

17:00  Mozart - Symphony No. 36 'Linz' part 3

Daniel Barenboim leads the Berliner Philharmoniker in a performance of the third part of Mozart's Symphony No. 36 'Linz'. Daniel Barenboim Berliner Philharmoniker

17:12  Ravel - Daphnis et Chloé Suite No. 2

Gustavo Dudamel conducts the Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra in Ravel's Daphnis et Chloe (Suite No. 2). Gustavo Dudamel Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra

17:30  Handel Celebration

The 250th anniversary of George Frideric Handel’s death takes place on April 14th, 2009. On this momentous occasion, two of the world’s leading baroque orchestras and conductor Howard Arman honour the composer by playing the repertoire of the historic Handel Commemoration Concert which took place in London’s Westminster Abbey 25 years after Handel’s death. This outstanding British-German performance in Handel’s baptistery, the Market Church in Halle, represents the media highlight of the Handel Year 2009. Howard Arman The English Concert, Händelfestspielorchester Halle

19:12  Schubert - String Quartet No. 14 'Death and the Maiden'

Quator Ebéne performs the popular quartet “Der Töd und das Mädchen” by Franz Schubert. It is one of the most famous quartets in history. Schubert took the name “Der Töd und das Mädchen” from a song which he had composed before. The second movement of the quartet is based on the melody of this song. Quator Ebéne

19:53  Beethoven - Piano Concerto No. 3

Alfred Brendel voert het derde piano concerto van Beethoven uit samen met Claudio Abbado en het Lucerne Festival Orchestra. Lucerne Festival Orchestra Alfred Brendel

20:31  Puccini - Tosca Act I

Daniela Dessì takes the title role in Nuria Espert’s new production of Puccini's fiery Roman melodrama of lust, betrayal and revenge. Filmed in High Definition during January 2004 at the Teatro Real, and mixed in sumptuous 5.1 Surround Sound, this intense and atmospheric production rates among the finest stage performances ever captured for DVD of Puccini's operatic tour de force. A new production by the internationally acclaimed director Nuria Espert for the Teatro Real, Madrid, in a beautifully intense and dramatic classical style. The lighting by Vinicio Cheli increases the atmosphere of a performance which is destined as a benchmark for twenty-first century productions. Based on the theatre play La Tosca, by Victorien Sardou and first performed at the Teatro Costanzi de Roma on 14th January 1900. Libretto by Luigi Illica and Giuseppe Giacosa. Maurizio Benini Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real Daniela Dessì, Fabio Armiliato, Ruggero Raimondi, Marco Spotti, Miguel Sola, Emilio Sanchez, Josep Miquel Ribot, Francisco Santiago, Eliana Bayon

21:21  Puccini - Tosca Act II

Daniela Dessì takes the title role in Nuria Espert’s new production of Puccini's fiery Roman melodrama of lust, betrayal and revenge. Filmed in High Definition during January 2004 at the Teatro Real, and mixed in sumptuous 5.1 Surround Sound, this intense and atmospheric production rates among the finest stage performances ever captured for DVD of Puccini's operatic tour de force. A new production by the internationally acclaimed director Nuria Espert for the Teatro Real, Madrid, in a beautifully intense and dramatic classical style. The lighting by Vinicio Cheli increases the atmosphere of a performance which is destined as a benchmark for twenty-first century productions. Based on the theatre play La Tosca, by Victorien Sardou and first performed at the Teatro Costanzi de Roma on 14th January 1900. Libretto by Luigi Illica and Giuseppe Giacosa. Maurizio Benini Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real Daniela Dessì, Fabio Armiliato, Ruggero Raimondi, Marco Spotti, Miguel Sola, Emilio Sanchez, Josep Miquel Ribot, Francisco Santiago, Eliana Bayon

22:10  Puccini - Tosca Act III

Daniela Dessì takes the title role in Nuria Espert’s new production of Puccini's fiery Roman melodrama of lust, betrayal and revenge. Filmed in High Definition during January 2004 at the Teatro Real, and mixed in sumptuous 5.1 Surround Sound, this intense and atmospheric production rates among the finest stage performances ever captured for DVD of Puccini's operatic tour de force. A new production by the internationally acclaimed director Nuria Espert for the Teatro Real, Madrid, in a beautifully intense and dramatic classical style. The lighting by Vinicio Cheli increases the atmosphere of a performance which is destined as a benchmark for twenty-first century productions. Based on the theatre play La Tosca, by Victorien Sardou and first performed at the Teatro Costanzi de Roma on 14th January 1900. Libretto by Luigi Illica and Giuseppe Giacosa. Maurizio Benini Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real Daniela Dessì, Fabio Armiliato, Ruggero Raimondi, Marco Spotti, Miguel Sola, Emilio Sanchez, Josep Miquel Ribot, Francisco Santiago, Eliana Bayon

22:48  Márquez - Dánzon No. 2

Gustavo Dudamel conducts the Berliner Philharmoniker in Marquez’ worldly popular Danzón no. 2. Gustavo Dudamel Berliner Philharmoniker

22:58  Chopin - Impromptu

Pascal Amayel

23:04  Dvorák - Slavonic Dance No. 8

Sir Simon Rattle and the Berliner Philharmoniker perform Dvorák's Slavonic Dance No. 8. Sir Simon Rattle Berliner Philharmoniker

23:08  Revueltas - La noche de los Mayas

Gustavo Dudamel, the youngest conductor around, performs Revueltas' La noche de los Mayas with the Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra Gustavo Dudamel Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra

23:19  Brahms - Symphony No. 4 part 4

Sir Simon Rattle and the Berliner Philharmoniker perform the last movement of Brahms' magnificent Symphony No. 4.

23:30  Handel Celebration

The 250th anniversary of George Frideric Handel’s death takes place on April 14th, 2009. On this momentous occasion, two of the world’s leading baroque orchestras and conductor Howard Arman honour the composer by playing the repertoire of the historic Handel Commemoration Concert which took place in London’s Westminster Abbey 25 years after Handel’s death. This outstanding British-German performance in Handel’s baptistery, the Market Church in Halle, represents the media highlight of the Handel Year 2009. Howard Arman The English Concert, Händelfestspielorchester Halle

1:12  Schubert - String Quartet No. 14 'Death and the Maiden'

Quator Ebéne performs the popular quartet “Der Töd und das Mädchen” by Franz Schubert. It is one of the most famous quartets in history. Schubert took the name “Der Töd und das Mädchen” from a song which he had composed before. The second movement of the quartet is based on the melody of this song. Quator Ebéne

1:53  Beethoven - Piano Concerto No. 3

Alfred Brendel voert het derde piano concerto van Beethoven uit samen met Claudio Abbado en het Lucerne Festival Orchestra. Lucerne Festival Orchestra Alfred Brendel

2:31  Puccini - Tosca Act I

Daniela Dessì takes the title role in Nuria Espert’s new production of Puccini's fiery Roman melodrama of lust, betrayal and revenge. Filmed in High Definition during January 2004 at the Teatro Real, and mixed in sumptuous 5.1 Surround Sound, this intense and atmospheric production rates among the finest stage performances ever captured for DVD of Puccini's operatic tour de force. A new production by the internationally acclaimed director Nuria Espert for the Teatro Real, Madrid, in a beautifully intense and dramatic classical style. The lighting by Vinicio Cheli increases the atmosphere of a performance which is destined as a benchmark for twenty-first century productions. Based on the theatre play La Tosca, by Victorien Sardou and first performed at the Teatro Costanzi de Roma on 14th January 1900. Libretto by Luigi Illica and Giuseppe Giacosa. Maurizio Benini Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real Daniela Dessì, Fabio Armiliato, Ruggero Raimondi, Marco Spotti, Miguel Sola, Emilio Sanchez, Josep Miquel Ribot, Francisco Santiago, Eliana Bayon

3:21  Puccini - Tosca Act II

Daniela Dessì takes the title role in Nuria Espert’s new production of Puccini's fiery Roman melodrama of lust, betrayal and revenge. Filmed in High Definition during January 2004 at the Teatro Real, and mixed in sumptuous 5.1 Surround Sound, this intense and atmospheric production rates among the finest stage performances ever captured for DVD of Puccini's operatic tour de force. A new production by the internationally acclaimed director Nuria Espert for the Teatro Real, Madrid, in a beautifully intense and dramatic classical style. The lighting by Vinicio Cheli increases the atmosphere of a performance which is destined as a benchmark for twenty-first century productions. Based on the theatre play La Tosca, by Victorien Sardou and first performed at the Teatro Costanzi de Roma on 14th January 1900. Libretto by Luigi Illica and Giuseppe Giacosa. Maurizio Benini Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real Daniela Dessì, Fabio Armiliato, Ruggero Raimondi, Marco Spotti, Miguel Sola, Emilio Sanchez, Josep Miquel Ribot, Francisco Santiago, Eliana Bayon

4:10  Puccini - Tosca Act III

Daniela Dessì takes the title role in Nuria Espert’s new production of Puccini's fiery Roman melodrama of lust, betrayal and revenge. Filmed in High Definition during January 2004 at the Teatro Real, and mixed in sumptuous 5.1 Surround Sound, this intense and atmospheric production rates among the finest stage performances ever captured for DVD of Puccini's operatic tour de force. A new production by the internationally acclaimed director Nuria Espert for the Teatro Real, Madrid, in a beautifully intense and dramatic classical style. The lighting by Vinicio Cheli increases the atmosphere of a performance which is destined as a benchmark for twenty-first century productions. Based on the theatre play La Tosca, by Victorien Sardou and first performed at the Teatro Costanzi de Roma on 14th January 1900. Libretto by Luigi Illica and Giuseppe Giacosa. Maurizio Benini Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real Daniela Dessì, Fabio Armiliato, Ruggero Raimondi, Marco Spotti, Miguel Sola, Emilio Sanchez, Josep Miquel Ribot, Francisco Santiago, Eliana Bayon

4:48  Márquez - Dánzon No. 2

Gustavo Dudamel conducts the Berliner Philharmoniker in Marquez’ worldly popular Danzón no. 2. Gustavo Dudamel Berliner Philharmoniker

4:58  Chopin - Impromptu

Pascal Amayel

5:04  Dvorák - Slavonic Dance No. 8

Sir Simon Rattle and the Berliner Philharmoniker perform Dvorák's Slavonic Dance No. 8. Sir Simon Rattle Berliner Philharmoniker

5:08  Revueltas - La noche de los Mayas

Gustavo Dudamel, the youngest conductor around, performs Revueltas' La noche de los Mayas with the Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra Gustavo Dudamel Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra

5:19  Brahms - Symphony No. 4 part 4

Sir Simon Rattle and the Berliner Philharmoniker perform the last movement of Brahms' magnificent Symphony No. 4.

5:30  Handel Celebration

The 250th anniversary of George Frideric Handel’s death takes place on April 14th, 2009. On this momentous occasion, two of the world’s leading baroque orchestras and conductor Howard Arman honour the composer by playing the repertoire of the historic Handel Commemoration Concert which took place in London’s Westminster Abbey 25 years after Handel’s death. This outstanding British-German performance in Handel’s baptistery, the Market Church in Halle, represents the media highlight of the Handel Year 2009. Howard Arman The English Concert, Händelfestspielorchester Halle

7:12  Schubert - String Quartet No. 14 'Death and the Maiden'

Quator Ebéne performs the popular quartet “Der Töd und das Mädchen” by Franz Schubert. It is one of the most famous quartets in history. Schubert took the name “Der Töd und das Mädchen” from a song which he had composed before. The second movement of the quartet is based on the melody of this song. Quator Ebéne

7:53  Beethoven - Piano Concerto No. 3

Alfred Brendel voert het derde piano concerto van Beethoven uit samen met Claudio Abbado en het Lucerne Festival Orchestra. Lucerne Festival Orchestra Alfred Brendel

8:31  Puccini - Tosca Act I

Daniela Dessì takes the title role in Nuria Espert’s new production of Puccini's fiery Roman melodrama of lust, betrayal and revenge. Filmed in High Definition during January 2004 at the Teatro Real, and mixed in sumptuous 5.1 Surround Sound, this intense and atmospheric production rates among the finest stage performances ever captured for DVD of Puccini's operatic tour de force. A new production by the internationally acclaimed director Nuria Espert for the Teatro Real, Madrid, in a beautifully intense and dramatic classical style. The lighting by Vinicio Cheli increases the atmosphere of a performance which is destined as a benchmark for twenty-first century productions. Based on the theatre play La Tosca, by Victorien Sardou and first performed at the Teatro Costanzi de Roma on 14th January 1900. Libretto by Luigi Illica and Giuseppe Giacosa. Maurizio Benini Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real Daniela Dessì, Fabio Armiliato, Ruggero Raimondi, Marco Spotti, Miguel Sola, Emilio Sanchez, Josep Miquel Ribot, Francisco Santiago, Eliana Bayon

9:21  Puccini - Tosca Act II

Daniela Dessì takes the title role in Nuria Espert’s new production of Puccini's fiery Roman melodrama of lust, betrayal and revenge. Filmed in High Definition during January 2004 at the Teatro Real, and mixed in sumptuous 5.1 Surround Sound, this intense and atmospheric production rates among the finest stage performances ever captured for DVD of Puccini's operatic tour de force. A new production by the internationally acclaimed director Nuria Espert for the Teatro Real, Madrid, in a beautifully intense and dramatic classical style. The lighting by Vinicio Cheli increases the atmosphere of a performance which is destined as a benchmark for twenty-first century productions. Based on the theatre play La Tosca, by Victorien Sardou and first performed at the Teatro Costanzi de Roma on 14th January 1900. Libretto by Luigi Illica and Giuseppe Giacosa. Maurizio Benini Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real Daniela Dessì, Fabio Armiliato, Ruggero Raimondi, Marco Spotti, Miguel Sola, Emilio Sanchez, Josep Miquel Ribot, Francisco Santiago, Eliana Bayon

10:10  Puccini - Tosca Act III

Daniela Dessì takes the title role in Nuria Espert’s new production of Puccini's fiery Roman melodrama of lust, betrayal and revenge. Filmed in High Definition during January 2004 at the Teatro Real, and mixed in sumptuous 5.1 Surround Sound, this intense and atmospheric production rates among the finest stage performances ever captured for DVD of Puccini's operatic tour de force. A new production by the internationally acclaimed director Nuria Espert for the Teatro Real, Madrid, in a beautifully intense and dramatic classical style. The lighting by Vinicio Cheli increases the atmosphere of a performance which is destined as a benchmark for twenty-first century productions. Based on the theatre play La Tosca, by Victorien Sardou and first performed at the Teatro Costanzi de Roma on 14th January 1900. Libretto by Luigi Illica and Giuseppe Giacosa. Maurizio Benini Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real Daniela Dessì, Fabio Armiliato, Ruggero Raimondi, Marco Spotti, Miguel Sola, Emilio Sanchez, Josep Miquel Ribot, Francisco Santiago, Eliana Bayon

10:48  Márquez - Dánzon No. 2

Gustavo Dudamel conducts the Berliner Philharmoniker in Marquez’ worldly popular Danzón no. 2. Gustavo Dudamel Berliner Philharmoniker

10:58  Chopin - Impromptu

Pascal Amayel

11:04  Dvorák - Slavonic Dance No. 8

Sir Simon Rattle and the Berliner Philharmoniker perform Dvorák's Slavonic Dance No. 8. Sir Simon Rattle Berliner Philharmoniker

11:08  Revueltas - La noche de los Mayas

Gustavo Dudamel, the youngest conductor around, performs Revueltas' La noche de los Mayas with the Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra Gustavo Dudamel Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra

11:19  Brahms - Symphony No. 4 part 4

Sir Simon Rattle and the Berliner Philharmoniker perform the last movement of Brahms' magnificent Symphony No. 4.

11:30  Handel Celebration

The 250th anniversary of George Frideric Handel’s death takes place on April 14th, 2009. On this momentous occasion, two of the world’s leading baroque orchestras and conductor Howard Arman honour the composer by playing the repertoire of the historic Handel Commemoration Concert which took place in London’s Westminster Abbey 25 years after Handel’s death. This outstanding British-German performance in Handel’s baptistery, the Market Church in Halle, represents the media highlight of the Handel Year 2009. Howard Arman The English Concert, Händelfestspielorchester Halle

13:12  Schubert - String Quartet No. 14 'Death and the Maiden'

Quator Ebéne performs the popular quartet “Der Töd und das Mädchen” by Franz Schubert. It is one of the most famous quartets in history. Schubert took the name “Der Töd und das Mädchen” from a song which he had composed before. The second movement of the quartet is based on the melody of this song. Quator Ebéne

13:53  Beethoven - Piano Concerto No. 3

Alfred Brendel voert het derde piano concerto van Beethoven uit samen met Claudio Abbado en het Lucerne Festival Orchestra. Lucerne Festival Orchestra Alfred Brendel

14:31  Puccini - Tosca Act I

Daniela Dessì takes the title role in Nuria Espert’s new production of Puccini's fiery Roman melodrama of lust, betrayal and revenge. Filmed in High Definition during January 2004 at the Teatro Real, and mixed in sumptuous 5.1 Surround Sound, this intense and atmospheric production rates among the finest stage performances ever captured for DVD of Puccini's operatic tour de force. A new production by the internationally acclaimed director Nuria Espert for the Teatro Real, Madrid, in a beautifully intense and dramatic classical style. The lighting by Vinicio Cheli increases the atmosphere of a performance which is destined as a benchmark for twenty-first century productions. Based on the theatre play La Tosca, by Victorien Sardou and first performed at the Teatro Costanzi de Roma on 14th January 1900. Libretto by Luigi Illica and Giuseppe Giacosa. Maurizio Benini Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real Daniela Dessì, Fabio Armiliato, Ruggero Raimondi, Marco Spotti, Miguel Sola, Emilio Sanchez, Josep Miquel Ribot, Francisco Santiago, Eliana Bayon

15:21  Puccini - Tosca Act II

Daniela Dessì takes the title role in Nuria Espert’s new production of Puccini's fiery Roman melodrama of lust, betrayal and revenge. Filmed in High Definition during January 2004 at the Teatro Real, and mixed in sumptuous 5.1 Surround Sound, this intense and atmospheric production rates among the finest stage performances ever captured for DVD of Puccini's operatic tour de force. A new production by the internationally acclaimed director Nuria Espert for the Teatro Real, Madrid, in a beautifully intense and dramatic classical style. The lighting by Vinicio Cheli increases the atmosphere of a performance which is destined as a benchmark for twenty-first century productions. Based on the theatre play La Tosca, by Victorien Sardou and first performed at the Teatro Costanzi de Roma on 14th January 1900. Libretto by Luigi Illica and Giuseppe Giacosa. Maurizio Benini Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real Daniela Dessì, Fabio Armiliato, Ruggero Raimondi, Marco Spotti, Miguel Sola, Emilio Sanchez, Josep Miquel Ribot, Francisco Santiago, Eliana Bayon

16:10  Puccini - Tosca Act III

Daniela Dessì takes the title role in Nuria Espert’s new production of Puccini's fiery Roman melodrama of lust, betrayal and revenge. Filmed in High Definition during January 2004 at the Teatro Real, and mixed in sumptuous 5.1 Surround Sound, this intense and atmospheric production rates among the finest stage performances ever captured for DVD of Puccini's operatic tour de force. A new production by the internationally acclaimed director Nuria Espert for the Teatro Real, Madrid, in a beautifully intense and dramatic classical style. The lighting by Vinicio Cheli increases the atmosphere of a performance which is destined as a benchmark for twenty-first century productions. Based on the theatre play La Tosca, by Victorien Sardou and first performed at the Teatro Costanzi de Roma on 14th January 1900. Libretto by Luigi Illica and Giuseppe Giacosa. Maurizio Benini Chorus and Orchestra of the Teatro Real Daniela Dessì, Fabio Armiliato, Ruggero Raimondi, Marco Spotti, Miguel Sola, Emilio Sanchez, Josep Miquel Ribot, Francisco Santiago, Eliana Bayon

16:48  Márquez - Dánzon No. 2

Gustavo Dudamel conducts the Berliner Philharmoniker in Marquez’ worldly popular Danzón no. 2. Gustavo Dudamel Berliner Philharmoniker

16:58  Chopin - Impromptu

Pascal Amayel

17:04  Dvorák - Slavonic Dance No. 8

Sir Simon Rattle and the Berliner Philharmoniker perform Dvorák's Slavonic Dance No. 8. Sir Simon Rattle Berliner Philharmoniker

17:08  Revueltas - La noche de los Mayas

Gustavo Dudamel, the youngest conductor around, performs Revueltas' La noche de los Mayas with the Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra Gustavo Dudamel Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra

17:19  Brahms - Symphony No. 4 part 4

Sir Simon Rattle and the Berliner Philharmoniker perform the last movement of Brahms' magnificent Symphony No. 4.

17:30  Boulez conducts Bartók

An All-Bartók programme featuring one of the leading violinists - Gidon Kremer - and viola players - Yuri Bashmet - our time, accompanied by the Berlin Philharmonics conducted by Pierre Boulez. Concerto for Violin and Orchestra No. 1 (Sz. 36) Concerto for Viola und Orchestra (Sz. 120) The Miraculous Mandarin (Sz. 73) Dance Suite (Sz. 77) Pierre Boulez Berliner Philharmoniker Gidon Kremer, violin Yuri Bashmet, viola

19:13  Chopin - Andante spianato and Grande Polonaise

Kissin plays Chopin's Andante & Grande Polonaise at the Verbier Festival Evgeny Kissin

19:27  Borodin - Prince Igor Prologue

Set in 1185, the opera tells the story of Prince Igor, ruler of the Russian city of Putivl, and his son, who want to subjugate the heathen Mongolian tribe of the Polovtsians. It is a spectacle of war, intrigue and love illustrated by impressive stage decoration, choir and mass scenes of Russian and Oriental folklore including the famous Polovtsian Dances. One of the most popular of all Russian operas, staged by international soloists of the Kirov Opera and 200 members of the Kirov Chorus and Orchestra. Valery Gergiev Orchestra, Chorus and Ballet of the Mariinsky Theatre Nikolai Putilin, bariton; Galina Gorchakova, sopraan; Jevgenij Akimov, tenor; Sergei Aleksashkin, bas; Vladimir Vaneev, bas; Olga Borodina, alt

20:00  Borodin - Prince Igor Act I

Set in 1185, the opera tells the story of Prince Igor, ruler of the Russian city of Putivl, and his son, who want to subjugate the heathen Mongolian tribe of the Polovtsians. It is a spectacle of war, intrigue and love illustrated by impressive stage decoration, choir and mass scenes of Russian and Oriental folklore including the famous Polovtsian Dances. One of the most popular of all Russian operas, staged by international soloists of the Kirov Opera and 200 members of the Kirov Chorus and Orchestra. Valery Gergiev Orchestra, Chorus and Ballet of the Mariinsky Theatre Nikolai Putilin, baritone Galina Gorchakova, soprano Jevgenij Akimov, tenor Sergei Aleksashkin, bass Vladimir Vaneev, bass Olga Borodina, alt

20:58  Borodin - Prince Igor Act II

Set in 1185, the opera tells the story of Prince Igor, ruler of the Russian city of Putivl, and his son, who want to subjugate the heathen Mongolian tribe of the Polovtsians. It is a spectacle of war, intrigue and love illustrated by impressive stage decoration, choir and mass scenes of Russian and Oriental folklore including the famous Polovtsian Dances. One of the most popular of all Russian operas, staged by international soloists of the Kirov Opera and 200 members of the Kirov Chorus and Orchestra. Valery Gergiev Orchestra, Chorus and Ballet of the Mariinsky Theatre Nikolai Putilin, baritone Galina Gorchakova, soprano Jevgenij Akimov, tenor Sergei Aleksashkin, bass Vladimir Vaneev, bass Olga Borodina, alt

21:46  Borodin - Prince Igor Act II

Set in 1185, the opera tells the story of Prince Igor, ruler of the Russian city of Putivl, and his son, who want to subjugate the heathen Mongolian tribe of the Polovtsians. It is a spectacle of war, intrigue and love illustrated by impressive stage decoration, choir and mass scenes of Russian and Oriental folklore including the famous Polovtsian Dances. One of the most popular of all Russian operas, staged by international soloists of the Kirov Opera and 200 members of the Kirov Chorus and Orchestra. Valery Gergiev Orchestra, Chorus and Ballet of the Mariinsky Theatre Yevgeny Sokovnin, Rustan Khamdanov, Irkin Sabitov, stage directors

22:32  Borodin - Prince Igor Act III

Set in 1185, the opera tells the story of Prince Igor, ruler of the Russian city of Putivl, and his son, who want to subjugate the heathen Mongolian tribe of the Polovtsians. It is a spectacle of war, intrigue and love illustrated by impressive stage decoration, choir and mass scenes of Russian and Oriental folklore including the famous Polovtsian Dances. One of the most popular of all Russian operas, staged by international soloists of the Kirov Opera and 200 members of the Kirov Chorus and Orchestra. Valery Gergiev Orchestra, Chorus and Ballet of the Mariinsky Thea Nikolai Putilin, baritone Galina Gorchakova, soprano Jevgenij Akimov, tenor Sergei Aleksashkin, bass Vladimir Vaneev, bass Olga Borodina, alto

22:57  Borodin - Prince Igor Act IV

Set in 1185, the opera tells the story of Prince Igor, ruler of the Russian city of Putivl, and his son, who want to subjugate the heathen Mongolian tribe of the Polovtsians. It is a spectacle of war, intrigue and love illustrated by impressive stage decoration, choir and mass scenes of Russian and Oriental folklore including the famous Polovtsian Dances. One of the most popular of all Russian operas, staged by international soloists of the Kirov Opera and 200 members of the Kirov Chorus and Orchestra. Valery Gergiev Orchestra, Chorus and Ballet of the Mariinsky Theatre Nikolai Putilin, baritone Galina Gorchakova, soprano Jevgenij Akimov, tenor Sergei Aleksashkin, bass Vladimir Vaneev, bass Olga Borodina, alto

23:28  Chopin - Etude No. 5

Jean Frederic Neuburger plays Chopin's Etude No. 5 Jean Frederic Neuburger

23:30  Boulez conducts Bartók

An All-Bartók programme featuring one of the leading violinists - Gidon Kremer - and viola players - Yuri Bashmet - our time, accompanied by the Berlin Philharmonics conducted by Pierre Boulez. Concerto for Violin and Orchestra No. 1 (Sz. 36) Concerto for Viola und Orchestra (Sz. 120) The Miraculous Mandarin (Sz. 73) Dance Suite (Sz. 77) Pierre Boulez Berliner Philharmoniker Gidon Kremer, violin Yuri Bashmet, viola

1:13  Chopin - Andante spianato and Grande Polonaise

Kissin plays Chopin's Andante & Grande Polonaise at the Verbier Festival Evgeny Kissin

1:27  Borodin - Prince Igor Prologue

Set in 1185, the opera tells the story of Prince Igor, ruler of the Russian city of Putivl, and his son, who want to subjugate the heathen Mongolian tribe of the Polovtsians. It is a spectacle of war, intrigue and love illustrated by impressive stage decoration, choir and mass scenes of Russian and Oriental folklore including the famous Polovtsian Dances. One of the most popular of all Russian operas, staged by international soloists of the Kirov Opera and 200 members of the Kirov Chorus and Orchestra. Valery Gergiev Orchestra, Chorus and Ballet of the Mariinsky Theatre Nikolai Putilin, bariton; Galina Gorchakova, sopraan; Jevgenij Akimov, tenor; Sergei Aleksashkin, bas; Vladimir Vaneev, bas; Olga Borodina, alt

2:00  Borodin - Prince Igor Act I

Set in 1185, the opera tells the story of Prince Igor, ruler of the Russian city of Putivl, and his son, who want to subjugate the heathen Mongolian tribe of the Polovtsians. It is a spectacle of war, intrigue and love illustrated by impressive stage decoration, choir and mass scenes of Russian and Oriental folklore including the famous Polovtsian Dances. One of the most popular of all Russian operas, staged by international soloists of the Kirov Opera and 200 members of the Kirov Chorus and Orchestra. Valery Gergiev Orchestra, Chorus and Ballet of the Mariinsky Theatre Nikolai Putilin, baritone Galina Gorchakova, soprano Jevgenij Akimov, tenor Sergei Aleksashkin, bass Vladimir Vaneev, bass Olga Borodina, alt

2:58  Borodin - Prince Igor Act II

Set in 1185, the opera tells the story of Prince Igor, ruler of the Russian city of Putivl, and his son, who want to subjugate the heathen Mongolian tribe of the Polovtsians. It is a spectacle of war, intrigue and love illustrated by impressive stage decoration, choir and mass scenes of Russian and Oriental folklore including the famous Polovtsian Dances. One of the most popular of all Russian operas, staged by international soloists of the Kirov Opera and 200 members of the Kirov Chorus and Orchestra. Valery Gergiev Orchestra, Chorus and Ballet of the Mariinsky Theatre Nikolai Putilin, baritone Galina Gorchakova, soprano Jevgenij Akimov, tenor Sergei Aleksashkin, bass Vladimir Vaneev, bass Olga Borodina, alt

3:46  Borodin - Prince Igor Act II

Set in 1185, the opera tells the story of Prince Igor, ruler of the Russian city of Putivl, and his son, who want to subjugate the heathen Mongolian tribe of the Polovtsians. It is a spectacle of war, intrigue and love illustrated by impressive stage decoration, choir and mass scenes of Russian and Oriental folklore including the famous Polovtsian Dances. One of the most popular of all Russian operas, staged by international soloists of the Kirov Opera and 200 members of the Kirov Chorus and Orchestra. Valery Gergiev Orchestra, Chorus and Ballet of the Mariinsky Theatre Yevgeny Sokovnin, Rustan Khamdanov, Irkin Sabitov, stage directors

4:32  Borodin - Prince Igor Act III

Set in 1185, the opera tells the story of Prince Igor, ruler of the Russian city of Putivl, and his son, who want to subjugate the heathen Mongolian tribe of the Polovtsians. It is a spectacle of war, intrigue and love illustrated by impressive stage decoration, choir and mass scenes of Russian and Oriental folklore including the famous Polovtsian Dances. One of the most popular of all Russian operas, staged by international soloists of the Kirov Opera and 200 members of the Kirov Chorus and Orchestra. Valery Gergiev Orchestra, Chorus and Ballet of the Mariinsky Thea Nikolai Putilin, baritone Galina Gorchakova, soprano Jevgenij Akimov, tenor Sergei Aleksashkin, bass Vladimir Vaneev, bass Olga Borodina, alto

4:56  Borodin - Prince Igor Act IV

Set in 1185, the opera tells the story of Prince Igor, ruler of the Russian city of Putivl, and his son, who want to subjugate the heathen Mongolian tribe of the Polovtsians. It is a spectacle of war, intrigue and love illustrated by impressive stage decoration, choir and mass scenes of Russian and Oriental folklore including the famous Polovtsian Dances. One of the most popular of all Russian operas, staged by international soloists of the Kirov Opera and 200 members of the Kirov Chorus and Orchestra. Valery Gergiev Orchestra, Chorus and Ballet of the Mariinsky Theatre Nikolai Putilin, baritone Galina Gorchakova, soprano Jevgenij Akimov, tenor Sergei Aleksashkin, bass Vladimir Vaneev, bass Olga Borodina, alto

5:27  Chopin - Etude No. 5

Jean Frederic Neuburger plays Chopin's Etude No. 5 Jean Frederic Neuburger

5:29  Boulez conducts Bartók

An All-Bartók programme featuring one of the leading violinists - Gidon Kremer - and viola players - Yuri Bashmet - our time, accompanied by the Berlin Philharmonics conducted by Pierre Boulez. Concerto for Violin and Orchestra No. 1 (Sz. 36) Concerto for Viola und Orchestra (Sz. 120) The Miraculous Mandarin (Sz. 73) Dance Suite (Sz. 77) Pierre Boulez Berliner Philharmoniker Gidon Kremer, violin Yuri Bashmet, viola

7:12  Chopin - Andante spianato and Grande Polonaise

Kissin plays Chopin's Andante & Grande Polonaise at the Verbier Festival Evgeny Kissin

7:27  Borodin - Prince Igor Prologue

Set in 1185, the opera tells the story of Prince Igor, ruler of the Russian city of Putivl, and his son, who want to subjugate the heathen Mongolian tribe of the Polovtsians. It is a spectacle of war, intrigue and love illustrated by impressive stage decoration, choir and mass scenes of Russian and Oriental folklore including the famous Polovtsian Dances. One of the most popular of all Russian operas, staged by international soloists of the Kirov Opera and 200 members of the Kirov Chorus and Orchestra. Valery Gergiev Orchestra, Chorus and Ballet of the Mariinsky Theatre Nikolai Putilin, bariton; Galina Gorchakova, sopraan; Jevgenij Akimov, tenor; Sergei Aleksashkin, bas; Vladimir Vaneev, bas; Olga Borodina, alt

7:59  Borodin - Prince Igor Act I

Set in 1185, the opera tells the story of Prince Igor, ruler of the Russian city of Putivl, and his son, who want to subjugate the heathen Mongolian tribe of the Polovtsians. It is a spectacle of war, intrigue and love illustrated by impressive stage decoration, choir and mass scenes of Russian and Oriental folklore including the famous Polovtsian Dances. One of the most popular of all Russian operas, staged by international soloists of the Kirov Opera and 200 members of the Kirov Chorus and Orchestra. Valery Gergiev Orchestra, Chorus and Ballet of the Mariinsky Theatre Nikolai Putilin, baritone Galina Gorchakova, soprano Jevgenij Akimov, tenor Sergei Aleksashkin, bass Vladimir Vaneev, bass Olga Borodina, alt

8:58  Borodin - Prince Igor Act II

Set in 1185, the opera tells the story of Prince Igor, ruler of the Russian city of Putivl, and his son, who want to subjugate the heathen Mongolian tribe of the Polovtsians. It is a spectacle of war, intrigue and love illustrated by impressive stage decoration, choir and mass scenes of Russian and Oriental folklore including the famous Polovtsian Dances. One of the most popular of all Russian operas, staged by international soloists of the Kirov Opera and 200 members of the Kirov Chorus and Orchestra. Valery Gergiev Orchestra, Chorus and Ballet of the Mariinsky Theatre Nikolai Putilin, baritone Galina Gorchakova, soprano Jevgenij Akimov, tenor Sergei Aleksashkin, bass Vladimir Vaneev, bass Olga Borodina, alt

9:46  Borodin - Prince Igor Act II

Set in 1185, the opera tells the story of Prince Igor, ruler of the Russian city of Putivl, and his son, who want to subjugate the heathen Mongolian tribe of the Polovtsians. It is a spectacle of war, intrigue and love illustrated by impressive stage decoration, choir and mass scenes of Russian and Oriental folklore including the famous Polovtsian Dances. One of the most popular of all Russian operas, staged by international soloists of the Kirov Opera and 200 members of the Kirov Chorus and Orchestra. Valery Gergiev Orchestra, Chorus and Ballet of the Mariinsky Theatre Yevgeny Sokovnin, Rustan Khamdanov, Irkin Sabitov, stage directors

10:32  Borodin - Prince Igor Act III

Set in 1185, the opera tells the story of Prince Igor, ruler of the Russian city of Putivl, and his son, who want to subjugate the heathen Mongolian tribe of the Polovtsians. It is a spectacle of war, intrigue and love illustrated by impressive stage decoration, choir and mass scenes of Russian and Oriental folklore including the famous Polovtsian Dances. One of the most popular of all Russian operas, staged by international soloists of the Kirov Opera and 200 members of the Kirov Chorus and Orchestra. Valery Gergiev Orchestra, Chorus and Ballet of the Mariinsky Thea Nikolai Putilin, baritone Galina Gorchakova, soprano Jevgenij Akimov, tenor Sergei Aleksashkin, bass Vladimir Vaneev, bass Olga Borodina, alto

10:56  Borodin - Prince Igor Act IV

Set in 1185, the opera tells the story of Prince Igor, ruler of the Russian city of Putivl, and his son, who want to subjugate the heathen Mongolian tribe of the Polovtsians. It is a spectacle of war, intrigue and love illustrated by impressive stage decoration, choir and mass scenes of Russian and Oriental folklore including the famous Polovtsian Dances. One of the most popular of all Russian operas, staged by international soloists of the Kirov Opera and 200 members of the Kirov Chorus and Orchestra. Valery Gergiev Orchestra, Chorus and Ballet of the Mariinsky Theatre Nikolai Putilin, baritone Galina Gorchakova, soprano Jevgenij Akimov, tenor Sergei Aleksashkin, bass Vladimir Vaneev, bass Olga Borodina, alto

11:27  Chopin - Etude No. 5

Jean Frederic Neuburger plays Chopin's Etude No. 5 Jean Frederic Neuburger

11:29  Boulez conducts Bartók

An All-Bartók programme featuring one of the leading violinists - Gidon Kremer - and viola players - Yuri Bashmet - our time, accompanied by the Berlin Philharmonics conducted by Pierre Boulez. Concerto for Violin and Orchestra No. 1 (Sz. 36) Concerto for Viola und Orchestra (Sz. 120) The Miraculous Mandarin (Sz. 73) Dance Suite (Sz. 77) Pierre Boulez Berliner Philharmoniker Gidon Kremer, violin Yuri Bashmet, viola

13:13  Chopin - Andante spianato and Grande Polonaise

Kissin plays Chopin's Andante & Grande Polonaise at the Verbier Festival Evgeny Kissin

13:27  Borodin - Prince Igor Prologue

Set in 1185, the opera tells the story of Prince Igor, ruler of the Russian city of Putivl, and his son, who want to subjugate the heathen Mongolian tribe of the Polovtsians. It is a spectacle of war, intrigue and love illustrated by impressive stage decoration, choir and mass scenes of Russian and Oriental folklore including the famous Polovtsian Dances. One of the most popular of all Russian operas, staged by international soloists of the Kirov Opera and 200 members of the Kirov Chorus and Orchestra. Valery Gergiev Orchestra, Chorus and Ballet of the Mariinsky Theatre Nikolai Putilin, bariton; Galina Gorchakova, sopraan; Jevgenij Akimov, tenor; Sergei Aleksashkin, bas; Vladimir Vaneev, bas; Olga Borodina, alt

14:00  Borodin - Prince Igor Act I

Set in 1185, the opera tells the story of Prince Igor, ruler of the Russian city of Putivl, and his son, who want to subjugate the heathen Mongolian tribe of the Polovtsians. It is a spectacle of war, intrigue and love illustrated by impressive stage decoration, choir and mass scenes of Russian and Oriental folklore including the famous Polovtsian Dances. One of the most popular of all Russian operas, staged by international soloists of the Kirov Opera and 200 members of the Kirov Chorus and Orchestra. Valery Gergiev Orchestra, Chorus and Ballet of the Mariinsky Theatre Nikolai Putilin, baritone Galina Gorchakova, soprano Jevgenij Akimov, tenor Sergei Aleksashkin, bass Vladimir Vaneev, bass Olga Borodina, alt

14:58  Borodin - Prince Igor Act II

Set in 1185, the opera tells the story of Prince Igor, ruler of the Russian city of Putivl, and his son, who want to subjugate the heathen Mongolian tribe of the Polovtsians. It is a spectacle of war, intrigue and love illustrated by impressive stage decoration, choir and mass scenes of Russian and Oriental folklore including the famous Polovtsian Dances. One of the most popular of all Russian operas, staged by international soloists of the Kirov Opera and 200 members of the Kirov Chorus and Orchestra. Valery Gergiev Orchestra, Chorus and Ballet of the Mariinsky Theatre Nikolai Putilin, baritone Galina Gorchakova, soprano Jevgenij Akimov, tenor Sergei Aleksashkin, bass Vladimir Vaneev, bass Olga Borodina, alt

15:46  Borodin - Prince Igor Act II

Set in 1185, the opera tells the story of Prince Igor, ruler of the Russian city of Putivl, and his son, who want to subjugate the heathen Mongolian tribe of the Polovtsians. It is a spectacle of war, intrigue and love illustrated by impressive stage decoration, choir and mass scenes of Russian and Oriental folklore including the famous Polovtsian Dances. One of the most popular of all Russian operas, staged by international soloists of the Kirov Opera and 200 members of the Kirov Chorus and Orchestra. Valery Gergiev Orchestra, Chorus and Ballet of the Mariinsky Theatre Yevgeny Sokovnin, Rustan Khamdanov, Irkin Sabitov, stage directors

16:32  Borodin - Prince Igor Act III

Set in 1185, the opera tells the story of Prince Igor, ruler of the Russian city of Putivl, and his son, who want to subjugate the heathen Mongolian tribe of the Polovtsians. It is a spectacle of war, intrigue and love illustrated by impressive stage decoration, choir and mass scenes of Russian and Oriental folklore including the famous Polovtsian Dances. One of the most popular of all Russian operas, staged by international soloists of the Kirov Opera and 200 members of the Kirov Chorus and Orchestra. Valery Gergiev Orchestra, Chorus and Ballet of the Mariinsky Thea Nikolai Putilin, baritone Galina Gorchakova, soprano Jevgenij Akimov, tenor Sergei Aleksashkin, bass Vladimir Vaneev, bass Olga Borodina, alto

16:57  Borodin - Prince Igor Act IV

Set in 1185, the opera tells the story of Prince Igor, ruler of the Russian city of Putivl, and his son, who want to subjugate the heathen Mongolian tribe of the Polovtsians. It is a spectacle of war, intrigue and love illustrated by impressive stage decoration, choir and mass scenes of Russian and Oriental folklore including the famous Polovtsian Dances. One of the most popular of all Russian operas, staged by international soloists of the Kirov Opera and 200 members of the Kirov Chorus and Orchestra. Valery Gergiev Orchestra, Chorus and Ballet of the Mariinsky Theatre Nikolai Putilin, baritone Galina Gorchakova, soprano Jevgenij Akimov, tenor Sergei Aleksashkin, bass Vladimir Vaneev, bass Olga Borodina, alto

17:28  Chopin - Etude No. 5

Jean Frederic Neuburger plays Chopin's Etude No. 5 Jean Frederic Neuburger

17:30  Handel - Tamerlano

Teatro Real's majestic production of Handel's vivid tragedy, Tamerlano, stars a Lear-like Plácido Domingo as the Turkish Sultan Bajazet, caught between pride, love and loyalty. Displaying the uniquely heroic quality of his voice, Domingo heads a superb cast, including Sara Mingardo, Monica Bacelli and Ingela Bohlin, all magnificently responsive to Paul McCreesh's authentic and luminous interpretation of the score. The stunning theatrical staging by Graham Vick provides a splendid setting for the characters and for designer Richard Hudson's extravagant Baroque-Islamic costumes, emphasising the brilliance of one of Handel's finest dramatic achievements. Paul McCreesh Chorus and Orchestra of Teatro Real Bajazet: Plácido Domingo Tamerlano: Monica Bacelli Asteria: Ingela Bohlin Andronico: Sara Mingardo Irene: Jennifer Holloway

18:48  Handel - Tamerlano

Teatro Real's majestic production of Handel's vivid tragedy, Tamerlano, stars a Lear-like Plácido Domingo as the Turkish Sultan Bajazet, caught between pride, love and loyalty. Displaying the uniquely heroic quality of his voice, Domingo heads a superb cast, including Sara Mingardo, Monica Bacelli and Ingela Bohlin, all magnificently responsive to Paul McCreesh's authentic and luminous interpretation of the score. The stunning theatrical staging by Graham Vick provides a splendid setting for the characters and for designer Richard Hudson's extravagant Baroque-Islamic costumes, emphasising the brilliance of one of Handel's finest dramatic achievements. Paul McCreesh Chorus and Orchestra of Teatro Real Bajazet: Plácido Domingo Tamerlano: Monica Bacelli Asteria: Ingela Bohlin Andronico: Sara Mingardo Irene: Jennifer Holloway

19:59  Handel - Tamerlano

Teatro Real's majestic production of Handel's vivid tragedy, Tamerlano, stars a Lear-like Plácido Domingo as the Turkish Sultan Bajazet, caught between pride, love and loyalty. Displaying the uniquely heroic quality of his voice, Domingo heads a superb cast, including Sara Mingardo, Monica Bacelli and Ingela Bohlin, all magnificently responsive to Paul McCreesh's authentic and luminous interpretation of the score. The stunning theatrical staging by Graham Vick provides a splendid setting for the characters and for designer Richard Hudson's extravagant Baroque-Islamic costumes, emphasising the brilliance of one of Handel's finest dramatic achievements. Paul McCreesh Chorus and Orchestra of Teatro Real Bajazet: Plácido Domingo Tamerlano: Monica Bacelli Asteria: Ingela Bohlin Andronico: Sara Mingardo Irene: Jennifer Holloway

21:12  Weber - Grand Duo Concertante

Michael Collins and Julien Quintin perform Carl Maria von Weber’s Duo Concertante. Michael Collins, clarinet Julien Quentin, piano

21:31  Torroba - Luisa Fernanda

Plácido Domingo heads an internationally renowned cast in Emilio Sagi's stylish new production for Madrid's Teatro Real of Moreno Torroba's enduring Zarzuela, whose story itself is set in the Spanish capital. Filmed using High Definition cameras and recorded in true surround sound. Jesus Lopez Cobos conducts the Chorus & Orchestra of the Teatro Real. Jesús López Cobos Chorus & Orchestra of the Teatro Real Vidal Hernando: Plácido Domingo, Luisa Fernanda: Nancy Herrera. Javier Moreno: José Bros, Duchess Carolina: Mariola Cantarero,Mariana: Raquel Pierotti

23:14  Mozart - Symphony 35 'Haffner' IV

Daniel Barenboim conducts the Berliner Philharmoniker in a performance of the fourth part of Mozart's Symphony No. 35 'Haffner'. Daniel Barenboim Berliner Philharmoniker

23:19  Abreu - Tico Tico

Thomas Clamor and the Venezuelan Brass Ensemble perform Abure's Tico Tico. Thomas Clamor Venezuelan Brass Ensemble

23:25  Adams - Short Ride in a Fast Machine

Sir Simon Rattle conducts the Berliner Philharmoniker in an impressive performance of Adams’ Short Ride in a Fast Machine. Sir Simon Rattle Berliner Philharmoniker

23:29  Handel - Tamerlano

Teatro Real's majestic production of Handel's vivid tragedy, Tamerlano, stars a Lear-like Plácido Domingo as the Turkish Sultan Bajazet, caught between pride, love and loyalty. Displaying the uniquely heroic quality of his voice, Domingo heads a superb cast, including Sara Mingardo, Monica Bacelli and Ingela Bohlin, all magnificently responsive to Paul McCreesh's authentic and luminous interpretation of the score. The stunning theatrical staging by Graham Vick provides a splendid setting for the characters and for designer Richard Hudson's extravagant Baroque-Islamic costumes, emphasising the brilliance of one of Handel's finest dramatic achievements. Paul McCreesh Chorus and Orchestra of Teatro Real Bajazet: Plácido Domingo Tamerlano: Monica Bacelli Asteria: Ingela Bohlin Andronico: Sara Mingardo Irene: Jennifer Holloway

0:48  Handel - Tamerlano

Teatro Real's majestic production of Handel's vivid tragedy, Tamerlano, stars a Lear-like Plácido Domingo as the Turkish Sultan Bajazet, caught between pride, love and loyalty. Displaying the uniquely heroic quality of his voice, Domingo heads a superb cast, including Sara Mingardo, Monica Bacelli and Ingela Bohlin, all magnificently responsive to Paul McCreesh's authentic and luminous interpretation of the score. The stunning theatrical staging by Graham Vick provides a splendid setting for the characters and for designer Richard Hudson's extravagant Baroque-Islamic costumes, emphasising the brilliance of one of Handel's finest dramatic achievements. Paul McCreesh Chorus and Orchestra of Teatro Real Bajazet: Plácido Domingo Tamerlano: Monica Bacelli Asteria: Ingela Bohlin Andronico: Sara Mingardo Irene: Jennifer Holloway

1:58  Handel - Tamerlano

Teatro Real's majestic production of Handel's vivid tragedy, Tamerlano, stars a Lear-like Plácido Domingo as the Turkish Sultan Bajazet, caught between pride, love and loyalty. Displaying the uniquely heroic quality of his voice, Domingo heads a superb cast, including Sara Mingardo, Monica Bacelli and Ingela Bohlin, all magnificently responsive to Paul McCreesh's authentic and luminous interpretation of the score. The stunning theatrical staging by Graham Vick provides a splendid setting for the characters and for designer Richard Hudson's extravagant Baroque-Islamic costumes, emphasising the brilliance of one of Handel's finest dramatic achievements. Paul McCreesh Chorus and Orchestra of Teatro Real Bajazet: Plácido Domingo Tamerlano: Monica Bacelli Asteria: Ingela Bohlin Andronico: Sara Mingardo Irene: Jennifer Holloway

3:11  Weber - Grand Duo Concertante

Michael Collins and Julien Quintin perform Carl Maria von Weber’s Duo Concertante. Michael Collins, clarinet Julien Quentin, piano

3:30  Torroba - Luisa Fernanda

Plácido Domingo heads an internationally renowned cast in Emilio Sagi's stylish new production for Madrid's Teatro Real of Moreno Torroba's enduring Zarzuela, whose story itself is set in the Spanish capital. Filmed using High Definition cameras and recorded in true surround sound. Jesus Lopez Cobos conducts the Chorus & Orchestra of the Teatro Real. Jesús López Cobos Chorus & Orchestra of the Teatro Real Vidal Hernando: Plácido Domingo, Luisa Fernanda: Nancy Herrera. Javier Moreno: José Bros, Duchess Carolina: Mariola Cantarero,Mariana: Raquel Pierotti

5:14  Mozart - Symphony 35 'Haffner' IV

Daniel Barenboim conducts the Berliner Philharmoniker in a performance of the fourth part of Mozart's Symphony No. 35 'Haffner'. Daniel Barenboim Berliner Philharmoniker

5:19  Abreu - Tico Tico

Thomas Clamor and the Venezuelan Brass Ensemble perform Abure's Tico Tico. Thomas Clamor Venezuelan Brass Ensemble

5:24  Adams - Short Ride in a Fast Machine

Sir Simon Rattle conducts the Berliner Philharmoniker in an impressive performance of Adams’ Short Ride in a Fast Machine. Sir Simon Rattle Berliner Philharmoniker

5:29  Rachmaninov - Fanfare

Yuri Termikanov conducts the St. Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra in a performance of Rachmaninov's Fanfare Yuri Termikanov St. Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra

5:30  Handel - Tamerlano

Teatro Real's majestic production of Handel's vivid tragedy, Tamerlano, stars a Lear-like Plácido Domingo as the Turkish Sultan Bajazet, caught between pride, love and loyalty. Displaying the uniquely heroic quality of his voice, Domingo heads a superb cast, including Sara Mingardo, Monica Bacelli and Ingela Bohlin, all magnificently responsive to Paul McCreesh's authentic and luminous interpretation of the score. The stunning theatrical staging by Graham Vick provides a splendid setting for the characters and for designer Richard Hudson's extravagant Baroque-Islamic costumes, emphasising the brilliance of one of Handel's finest dramatic achievements. Paul McCreesh Chorus and Orchestra of Teatro Real Bajazet: Plácido Domingo Tamerlano: Monica Bacelli Asteria: Ingela Bohlin Andronico: Sara Mingardo Irene: Jennifer Holloway

6:49  Handel - Tamerlano

Teatro Real's majestic production of Handel's vivid tragedy, Tamerlano, stars a Lear-like Plácido Domingo as the Turkish Sultan Bajazet, caught between pride, love and loyalty. Displaying the uniquely heroic quality of his voice, Domingo heads a superb cast, including Sara Mingardo, Monica Bacelli and Ingela Bohlin, all magnificently responsive to Paul McCreesh's authentic and luminous interpretation of the score. The stunning theatrical staging by Graham Vick provides a splendid setting for the characters and for designer Richard Hudson's extravagant Baroque-Islamic costumes, emphasising the brilliance of one of Handel's finest dramatic achievements. Paul McCreesh Chorus and Orchestra of Teatro Real Bajazet: Plácido Domingo Tamerlano: Monica Bacelli Asteria: Ingela Bohlin Andronico: Sara Mingardo Irene: Jennifer Holloway

7:59  Handel - Tamerlano

Teatro Real's majestic production of Handel's vivid tragedy, Tamerlano, stars a Lear-like Plácido Domingo as the Turkish Sultan Bajazet, caught between pride, love and loyalty. Displaying the uniquely heroic quality of his voice, Domingo heads a superb cast, including Sara Mingardo, Monica Bacelli and Ingela Bohlin, all magnificently responsive to Paul McCreesh's authentic and luminous interpretation of the score. The stunning theatrical staging by Graham Vick provides a splendid setting for the characters and for designer Richard Hudson's extravagant Baroque-Islamic costumes, emphasising the brilliance of one of Handel's finest dramatic achievements. Paul McCreesh Chorus and Orchestra of Teatro Real Bajazet: Plácido Domingo Tamerlano: Monica Bacelli Asteria: Ingela Bohlin Andronico: Sara Mingardo Irene: Jennifer Holloway

9:12  Weber - Grand Duo Concertante

Michael Collins and Julien Quintin perform Carl Maria von Weber’s Duo Concertante. Michael Collins, clarinet Julien Quentin, piano

9:31  Torroba - Luisa Fernanda

Plácido Domingo heads an internationally renowned cast in Emilio Sagi's stylish new production for Madrid's Teatro Real of Moreno Torroba's enduring Zarzuela, whose story itself is set in the Spanish capital. Filmed using High Definition cameras and recorded in true surround sound. Jesus Lopez Cobos conducts the Chorus & Orchestra of the Teatro Real. Jesús López Cobos Chorus & Orchestra of the Teatro Real Vidal Hernando: Plácido Domingo, Luisa Fernanda: Nancy Herrera. Javier Moreno: José Bros, Duchess Carolina: Mariola Cantarero,Mariana: Raquel Pierotti

11:15  Mozart - Symphony 35 'Haffner' IV

Daniel Barenboim conducts the Berliner Philharmoniker in a performance of the fourth part of Mozart's Symphony No. 35 'Haffner'. Daniel Barenboim Berliner Philharmoniker

11:20  Abreu - Tico Tico

Thomas Clamor and the Venezuelan Brass Ensemble perform Abure's Tico Tico. Thomas Clamor Venezuelan Brass Ensemble

11:25  Adams - Short Ride in a Fast Machine

Sir Simon Rattle conducts the Berliner Philharmoniker in an impressive performance of Adams’ Short Ride in a Fast Machine. Sir Simon Rattle Berliner Philharmoniker

11:30  Handel - Tamerlano

Teatro Real's majestic production of Handel's vivid tragedy, Tamerlano, stars a Lear-like Plácido Domingo as the Turkish Sultan Bajazet, caught between pride, love and loyalty. Displaying the uniquely heroic quality of his voice, Domingo heads a superb cast, including Sara Mingardo, Monica Bacelli and Ingela Bohlin, all magnificently responsive to Paul McCreesh's authentic and luminous interpretation of the score. The stunning theatrical staging by Graham Vick provides a splendid setting for the characters and for designer Richard Hudson's extravagant Baroque-Islamic costumes, emphasising the brilliance of one of Handel's finest dramatic achievements. Paul McCreesh Chorus and Orchestra of Teatro Real Bajazet: Plácido Domingo Tamerlano: Monica Bacelli Asteria: Ingela Bohlin Andronico: Sara Mingardo Irene: Jennifer Holloway

12:49  Handel - Tamerlano

Teatro Real's majestic production of Handel's vivid tragedy, Tamerlano, stars a Lear-like Plácido Domingo as the Turkish Sultan Bajazet, caught between pride, love and loyalty. Displaying the uniquely heroic quality of his voice, Domingo heads a superb cast, including Sara Mingardo, Monica Bacelli and Ingela Bohlin, all magnificently responsive to Paul McCreesh's authentic and luminous interpretation of the score. The stunning theatrical staging by Graham Vick provides a splendid setting for the characters and for designer Richard Hudson's extravagant Baroque-Islamic costumes, emphasising the brilliance of one of Handel's finest dramatic achievements. Paul McCreesh Chorus and Orchestra of Teatro Real Bajazet: Plácido Domingo Tamerlano: Monica Bacelli Asteria: Ingela Bohlin Andronico: Sara Mingardo Irene: Jennifer Holloway

13:59  Handel - Tamerlano

Teatro Real's majestic production of Handel's vivid tragedy, Tamerlano, stars a Lear-like Plácido Domingo as the Turkish Sultan Bajazet, caught between pride, love and loyalty. Displaying the uniquely heroic quality of his voice, Domingo heads a superb cast, including Sara Mingardo, Monica Bacelli and Ingela Bohlin, all magnificently responsive to Paul McCreesh's authentic and luminous interpretation of the score. The stunning theatrical staging by Graham Vick provides a splendid setting for the characters and for designer Richard Hudson's extravagant Baroque-Islamic costumes, emphasising the brilliance of one of Handel's finest dramatic achievements. Paul McCreesh Chorus and Orchestra of Teatro Real Bajazet: Plácido Domingo Tamerlano: Monica Bacelli Asteria: Ingela Bohlin Andronico: Sara Mingardo Irene: Jennifer Holloway

15:12  Weber - Grand Duo Concertante

Michael Collins and Julien Quintin perform Carl Maria von Weber’s Duo Concertante. Michael Collins, clarinet Julien Quentin, piano

15:31  Torroba - Luisa Fernanda

Plácido Domingo heads an internationally renowned cast in Emilio Sagi's stylish new production for Madrid's Teatro Real of Moreno Torroba's enduring Zarzuela, whose story itself is set in the Spanish capital. Filmed using High Definition cameras and recorded in true surround sound. Jesus Lopez Cobos conducts the Chorus & Orchestra of the Teatro Real. Jesús López Cobos Chorus & Orchestra of the Teatro Real Vidal Hernando: Plácido Domingo, Luisa Fernanda: Nancy Herrera. Javier Moreno: José Bros, Duchess Carolina: Mariola Cantarero,Mariana: Raquel Pierotti

17:14  Mozart - Symphony 35 'Haffner' IV

Daniel Barenboim conducts the Berliner Philharmoniker in a performance of the fourth part of Mozart's Symphony No. 35 'Haffner'. Daniel Barenboim Berliner Philharmoniker

17:20  Abreu - Tico Tico

Thomas Clamor and the Venezuelan Brass Ensemble perform Abure's Tico Tico. Thomas Clamor Venezuelan Brass Ensemble

17:25  Adams - Short Ride in a Fast Machine

Sir Simon Rattle conducts the Berliner Philharmoniker in an impressive performance of Adams’ Short Ride in a Fast Machine. Sir Simon Rattle Berliner Philharmoniker

17:30  Mozart - The Magic Flute Act I

"The Magic Flute" is Mozart's most popular and beloved opera, and its melodies - from Papageno's folkloric tunes to the Queen of the Night's breathtaking coloraturas - are familiar even among non-listeners of classical music. In this production by Pierre Audi, however, it is the eyes and not the ears that first fall under the spell of this truly magical "Magic Flute." From the illustration on the stage curtain to the incredible, wildly colored, primeval-looking monsters, animals and decorative elements on the stage, the production is dominated by the unmistakable expressive world of the Dutch artist and sculptor Karel Appel. A co-founder of the acclaimed Cobra Group, Appel developed a darkly expressionistic idiom and was the "secret dramaturge" of the production, says director Audi. Appel died at the age of 85 three months before the premiere of "Die Zauberflöte" at the Salzburg Festival. Blending smoothly into Appel's exotic designs, director Pierre Audi's production is neither a contemporization nor a decon ruction of Mozart's German Singspiel, which was written in 1791 and was one of Mozart's last works. Instead, Audi leaves the alleged stylistic breaks and unresolved conflicts between good and evil as they are and seeks to "give them a home," as he puts it. He relates the fairy-tale story of the "Magic Flute" in a sensual and playful, but never childlike or childish way, using Appel's sets as a component of his vision. While the sets may be a treat for the eyes, the music is a feast for the ears. Metropolitan Opera and La Scala star Diana Damrau shines as a Queen of the Night who effortlessly tosses out her coloraturas with dazzling accuracy. René Pape's Sarastro is a worthy counterpart, a solemn figure with balsamic bass tones. Paul Groves' supple tenor voice ensures a faultless Tamino next to the captivatingly natural lyricism of Genia Kühmeier's Pamina. Christian Gerhaher is a welcome, almost restrained Papageno. His Papagena, Irena Bespalovaite, brings her fresh musicality to the ensemble. The Vienna Philharmonic is led with an expert hand by the great Riccardo Muti. Riccardo Muti Wiener Philharmoniker René Pape, Paul Groves, Franz Grundheber, Diana Damrau, Kühmeier, Genia

18:46  Mozart - The Magic Flute Act II

"The Magic Flute" is Mozart's most popular and beloved opera, and its melodies - from Papageno's folkloric tunes to the Queen of the Night's breathtaking coloraturas - are familiar even among non-listeners of classical music. In this production by Pierre Audi, however, it is the eyes and not the ears that first fall under the spell of this truly magical "Magic Flute." From the illustration on the stage curtain to the incredible, wildly colored, primeval-looking monsters, animals and decorative elements on the stage, the production is dominated by the unmistakable expressive world of the Dutch artist and sculptor Karel Appel. A co-founder of the acclaimed Cobra Group, Appel developed a darkly expressionistic idiom and was the "secret dramaturge" of the production, says director Audi. Appel died at the age of 85 three months before the premiere of "Die Zauberflöte" at the Salzburg Festival. Blending smoothly into Appel's exotic designs, director Pierre Audi's production is neither a contemporization nor a decon ruction of Mozart's German Singspiel, which was written in 1791 and was one of Mozart's last works. Instead, Audi leaves the alleged stylistic breaks and unresolved conflicts between good and evil as they are and seeks to "give them a home," as he puts it. He relates the fairy-tale story of the "Magic Flute" in a sensual and playful, but never childlike or childish way, using Appel's sets as a component of his vision. While the sets may be a treat for the eyes, the music is a feast for the ears. Metropolitan Opera and La Scala star Diana Damrau shines as a Queen of the Night who effortlessly tosses out her coloraturas with dazzling accuracy. René Pape's Sarastro is a worthy counterpart, a solemn figure with balsamic bass tones. Paul Groves' supple tenor voice ensures a faultless Tamino next to the captivatingly natural lyricism of Genia Kühmeier's Pamina. Christian Gerhaher is a welcome, almost restrained Papageno. His Papagena, Irena Bespalovaite, brings her fresh musicality to the ensemble. The Vienna Philharmonic is led with an expert hand by the great Riccardo Muti. Riccardo Muti Wiener Philharmoniker René Pape, Paul Groves, Franz Grundheber, Diana Damrau, Kühmeier, Genia

20:29  Mambo! Gustavo Dudamel live from Caracas

The young musicians of the Simón Bolívar Youth Orchestra and their aspiring conductor Gustavo Dudamel invite the worldwide TV audience to an exceptional concert from the newly opened Concert Hall in Caracas. A rousing choice of Venezuelan and Latin-American classics is to be experienced through the compositions of Perez Prado, Arturo Marquez, Silvestre Revueltas and Astor Piazzolla. The Simón Bolívar Youth Orchestra is nowadays regarded as a sensation in the classical music. The Venezuelan youth orchestra consists of graduates of the unique Venezuelian music education system. The result is an incredibly virtuoso and passionate orchestra sound. The conductor Gustavo Dudamel, only 26 himself, is a “Child“ of this system. The members of the Venezuelan Brass Ensemble that was founded in 2003 are also from the midst of this orchestra. They will play two pieces composed by their own musicans. Alexis Cárdenas’ ensemble consists of eight of the best known musicians of Venezuela. They play a mixture of improvised virtuosity and tender melancholy of the various Venezuelan folk music (traditions). The repertoire flows from the stirring Joropo across Venezuelan waltzes to the Merengue. Gustavo Dudamel Simón Bolívar Youth Orchestra of Venezuela Alexis Cárdenas & Ensemble, Venezuelan Brass Ensemble

21:44  Bach - Sonata No. 5 BWV 1018

Frank Zimmerman (viool), Enrico Pace (piano) Frank Zimmermann (violin), Enrico Pace (piano)

22:01  Ravel - Boléro

Anima Eterna plays Ravel's famous Bolero at the Berlioz Festival Jos van Immerseel Anima Eterna

22:19  Rimsky- Korsakov - Scheherazade part I 'The Sea and Sinbad's Ship'

Neeme Järvi leads the Berliner Philharmoniker in a performance of Rimsky-Korsakov's Scheherazade. Neeme Järvi Berliner Philharmoniker

22:30  Shostakovich - Violin Sonata part 2

Gidon Kremer performs Shostakovich’ beautiful Violin sonata, accompanied by the Kremerata Baltica. (part 2) Gidon Kremer Kremerata Baltica Gidon Kremer

22:36  Beethoven - Piano concerto No. 1 part 1

In time for his 65th birthday in November 2007, Daniel Barenboim has completed a cycle of Beethoven's piano concertos. Recorded live at the prestigious Klavier-Festival Ruhr in May 2007, this recording reflects both a very individual and special reading of Beethoven’s music and the artist’s life-long dedication to the composer. Daniel Barenboim is one of the most prolific and high-profile artists performing on international stages today and Beethoven’s masterpieces have been a key part of his repertoire throughout his career, both as conductor and as pianist. Beethoven himself was a keyboard virtuoso of almost awesome abilities who created a sensation wherever he played. It is no wonder, therefore, that the piano was central to Beethoven’s overall output. Daniel Barenboim, artistic personality and former wunderkind, long an essential part of the international musical scene both on the conductor’s podium and at the piano, is the perfect match for this demanding music. Conducting and playing at the same time, Barenboim chose his orchestra of almost two decades, the Staatskapelle Berlin, which he has praised warmly for its exceptional, dark and warm sound. With a tradition reaching back to 1570, the Staatskapelle Berlin is one of the oldest orchestras in the world. Barenboim plays Beethoven brings together two musical masterminds. Daniel Barenboim Staatskapelle Berlin

22:52  Brahms - Concerto for violin and cello part 3

Lisa Batiashvili and Truls Mørk are the starts in the third movement of Brahm's concerto for violin and cello, accompanied by Sir Simon Rattle and the Berliner Philharmoniker. Sir Simon Rattle Berliner Philharmoniker

23:00  Gershwin - Cuban Overture

Gershwin’s Cuban Overture is dominated by Caribbean rhythms and contains a wide spectrum of instrumental color and technique. Here it is performed by the Berliner Philharmoniker, conducted by Sir Simon Rattle. Sir Simon Rattle Berliner Philharmoniker

23:11  Liszt - Totentantz

Pascal Amayel plays Liszt' Totentanz together witg Anima Eterna and meastro Jos van Immerseel. Jos van Immerseel Anima Eterna Pascal Amayel

23:29  Rachmaninov - Fanfare

Yuri Termikanov conducts the St. Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra in a performance of Rachmaninov's Fanfare Yuri Termikanov St. Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra

23:30  Mozart - The Magic Flute Act I

"The Magic Flute" is Mozart's most popular and beloved opera, and its melodies - from Papageno's folkloric tunes to the Queen of the Night's breathtaking coloraturas - are familiar even among non-listeners of classical music. In this production by Pierre Audi, however, it is the eyes and not the ears that first fall under the spell of this truly magical "Magic Flute." From the illustration on the stage curtain to the incredible, wildly colored, primeval-looking monsters, animals and decorative elements on the stage, the production is dominated by the unmistakable expressive world of the Dutch artist and sculptor Karel Appel. A co-founder of the acclaimed Cobra Group, Appel developed a darkly expressionistic idiom and was the "secret dramaturge" of the production, says director Audi. Appel died at the age of 85 three months before the premiere of "Die Zauberflöte" at the Salzburg Festival. Blending smoothly into Appel's exotic designs, director Pierre Audi's production is neither a contemporization nor a decon ruction of Mozart's German Singspiel, which was written in 1791 and was one of Mozart's last works. Instead, Audi leaves the alleged stylistic breaks and unresolved conflicts between good and evil as they are and seeks to "give them a home," as he puts it. He relates the fairy-tale story of the "Magic Flute" in a sensual and playful, but never childlike or childish way, using Appel's sets as a component of his vision. While the sets may be a treat for the eyes, the music is a feast for the ears. Metropolitan Opera and La Scala star Diana Damrau shines as a Queen of the Night who effortlessly tosses out her coloraturas with dazzling accuracy. René Pape's Sarastro is a worthy counterpart, a solemn figure with balsamic bass tones. Paul Groves' supple tenor voice ensures a faultless Tamino next to the captivatingly natural lyricism of Genia Kühmeier's Pamina. Christian Gerhaher is a welcome, almost restrained Papageno. His Papagena, Irena Bespalovaite, brings her fresh musicality to the ensemble. The Vienna Philharmonic is led with an expert hand by the great Riccardo Muti. Riccardo Muti Wiener Philharmoniker René Pape, Paul Groves, Franz Grundheber, Diana Damrau, Kühmeier, Genia

0:46  Mozart - The Magic Flute Act II

"The Magic Flute" is Mozart's most popular and beloved opera, and its melodies - from Papageno's folkloric tunes to the Queen of the Night's breathtaking coloraturas - are familiar even among non-listeners of classical music. In this production by Pierre Audi, however, it is the eyes and not the ears that first fall under the spell of this truly magical "Magic Flute." From the illustration on the stage curtain to the incredible, wildly colored, primeval-looking monsters, animals and decorative elements on the stage, the production is dominated by the unmistakable expressive world of the Dutch artist and sculptor Karel Appel. A co-founder of the acclaimed Cobra Group, Appel developed a darkly expressionistic idiom and was the "secret dramaturge" of the production, says director Audi. Appel died at the age of 85 three months before the premiere of "Die Zauberflöte" at the Salzburg Festival. Blending smoothly into Appel's exotic designs, director Pierre Audi's production is neither a contemporization nor a decon ruction of Mozart's German Singspiel, which was written in 1791 and was one of Mozart's last works. Instead, Audi leaves the alleged stylistic breaks and unresolved conflicts between good and evil as they are and seeks to "give them a home," as he puts it. He relates the fairy-tale story of the "Magic Flute" in a sensual and playful, but never childlike or childish way, using Appel's sets as a component of his vision. While the sets may be a treat for the eyes, the music is a feast for the ears. Metropolitan Opera and La Scala star Diana Damrau shines as a Queen of the Night who effortlessly tosses out her coloraturas with dazzling accuracy. René Pape's Sarastro is a worthy counterpart, a solemn figure with balsamic bass tones. Paul Groves' supple tenor voice ensures a faultless Tamino next to the captivatingly natural lyricism of Genia Kühmeier's Pamina. Christian Gerhaher is a welcome, almost restrained Papageno. His Papagena, Irena Bespalovaite, brings her fresh musicality to the ensemble. The Vienna Philharmonic is led with an expert hand by the great Riccardo Muti. Riccardo Muti Wiener Philharmoniker René Pape, Paul Groves, Franz Grundheber, Diana Damrau, Kühmeier, Genia

2:29  Mambo! Gustavo Dudamel live from Caracas

The young musicians of the Simón Bolívar Youth Orchestra and their aspiring conductor Gustavo Dudamel invite the worldwide TV audience to an exceptional concert from the newly opened Concert Hall in Caracas. A rousing choice of Venezuelan and Latin-American classics is to be experienced through the compositions of Perez Prado, Arturo Marquez, Silvestre Revueltas and Astor Piazzolla. The Simón Bolívar Youth Orchestra is nowadays regarded as a sensation in the classical music. The Venezuelan youth orchestra consists of graduates of the unique Venezuelian music education system. The result is an incredibly virtuoso and passionate orchestra sound. The conductor Gustavo Dudamel, only 26 himself, is a “Child“ of this system. The members of the Venezuelan Brass Ensemble that was founded in 2003 are also from the midst of this orchestra. They will play two pieces composed by their own musicans. Alexis Cárdenas’ ensemble consists of eight of the best known musicians of Venezuela. They play a mixture of improvised virtuosity and tender melancholy of the various Venezuelan folk music (traditions). The repertoire flows from the stirring Joropo across Venezuelan waltzes to the Merengue. Gustavo Dudamel Simón Bolívar Youth Orchestra of Venezuela Alexis Cárdenas & Ensemble, Venezuelan Brass Ensemble

3:44  Bach - Sonata No. 5 BWV 1018

Frank Zimmerman (viool), Enrico Pace (piano) Frank Zimmermann (violin), Enrico Pace (piano)

4:01  Ravel - Boléro

Anima Eterna plays Ravel's famous Bolero at the Berlioz Festival Jos van Immerseel Anima Eterna

4:19  Rimsky- Korsakov - Scheherazade part I 'The Sea and Sinbad's Ship'

Neeme Järvi leads the Berliner Philharmoniker in a performance of Rimsky-Korsakov's Scheherazade. Neeme Järvi Berliner Philharmoniker

4:30  Shostakovich - Violin Sonata part 2

Gidon Kremer performs Shostakovich’ beautiful Violin sonata, accompanied by the Kremerata Baltica. (part 2) Gidon Kremer Kremerata Baltica Gidon Kremer

4:36  Beethoven - Piano concerto No. 1 part 1

In time for his 65th birthday in November 2007, Daniel Barenboim has completed a cycle of Beethoven's piano concertos. Recorded live at the prestigious Klavier-Festival Ruhr in May 2007, this recording reflects both a very individual and special reading of Beethoven’s music and the artist’s life-long dedication to the composer. Daniel Barenboim is one of the most prolific and high-profile artists performing on international stages today and Beethoven’s masterpieces have been a key part of his repertoire throughout his career, both as conductor and as pianist. Beethoven himself was a keyboard virtuoso of almost awesome abilities who created a sensation wherever he played. It is no wonder, therefore, that the piano was central to Beethoven’s overall output. Daniel Barenboim, artistic personality and former wunderkind, long an essential part of the international musical scene both on the conductor’s podium and at the piano, is the perfect match for this demanding music. Conducting and playing at the same time, Barenboim chose his orchestra of almost two decades, the Staatskapelle Berlin, which he has praised warmly for its exceptional, dark and warm sound. With a tradition reaching back to 1570, the Staatskapelle Berlin is one of the oldest orchestras in the world. Barenboim plays Beethoven brings together two musical masterminds. Daniel Barenboim Staatskapelle Berlin

4:52  Brahms - Concerto for violin and cello part 3

Lisa Batiashvili and Truls Mørk are the starts in the third movement of Brahm's concerto for violin and cello, accompanied by Sir Simon Rattle and the Berliner Philharmoniker. Sir Simon Rattle Berliner Philharmoniker

5:01  Gershwin - Cuban Overture

Gershwin’s Cuban Overture is dominated by Caribbean rhythms and contains a wide spectrum of instrumental color and technique. Here it is performed by the Berliner Philharmoniker, conducted by Sir Simon Rattle. Sir Simon Rattle Berliner Philharmoniker

5:11  Liszt - Totentantz

Pascal Amayel plays Liszt' Totentanz together witg Anima Eterna and meastro Jos van Immerseel. Jos van Immerseel Anima Eterna Pascal Amayel

5:29  Rachmaninov - Fanfare

Yuri Termikanov conducts the St. Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra in a performance of Rachmaninov's Fanfare Yuri Termikanov St. Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra

5:30  Mozart - The Magic Flute Act I

"The Magic Flute" is Mozart's most popular and beloved opera, and its melodies - from Papageno's folkloric tunes to the Queen of the Night's breathtaking coloraturas - are familiar even among non-listeners of classical music. In this production by Pierre Audi, however, it is the eyes and not the ears that first fall under the spell of this truly magical "Magic Flute." From the illustration on the stage curtain to the incredible, wildly colored, primeval-looking monsters, animals and decorative elements on the stage, the production is dominated by the unmistakable expressive world of the Dutch artist and sculptor Karel Appel. A co-founder of the acclaimed Cobra Group, Appel developed a darkly expressionistic idiom and was the "secret dramaturge" of the production, says director Audi. Appel died at the age of 85 three months before the premiere of "Die Zauberflöte" at the Salzburg Festival. Blending smoothly into Appel's exotic designs, director Pierre Audi's production is neither a contemporization nor a decon ruction of Mozart's German Singspiel, which was written in 1791 and was one of Mozart's last works. Instead, Audi leaves the alleged stylistic breaks and unresolved conflicts between good and evil as they are and seeks to "give them a home," as he puts it. He relates the fairy-tale story of the "Magic Flute" in a sensual and playful, but never childlike or childish way, using Appel's sets as a component of his vision. While the sets may be a treat for the eyes, the music is a feast for the ears. Metropolitan Opera and La Scala star Diana Damrau shines as a Queen of the Night who effortlessly tosses out her coloraturas with dazzling accuracy. René Pape's Sarastro is a worthy counterpart, a solemn figure with balsamic bass tones. Paul Groves' supple tenor voice ensures a faultless Tamino next to the captivatingly natural lyricism of Genia Kühmeier's Pamina. Christian Gerhaher is a welcome, almost restrained Papageno. His Papagena, Irena Bespalovaite, brings her fresh musicality to the ensemble. The Vienna Philharmonic is led with an expert hand by the great Riccardo Muti. Riccardo Muti Wiener Philharmoniker René Pape, Paul Groves, Franz Grundheber, Diana Damrau, Kühmeier, Genia

6:46  Mozart - The Magic Flute Act II

"The Magic Flute" is Mozart's most popular and beloved opera, and its melodies - from Papageno's folkloric tunes to the Queen of the Night's breathtaking coloraturas - are familiar even among non-listeners of classical music. In this production by Pierre Audi, however, it is the eyes and not the ears that first fall under the spell of this truly magical "Magic Flute." From the illustration on the stage curtain to the incredible, wildly colored, primeval-looking monsters, animals and decorative elements on the stage, the production is dominated by the unmistakable expressive world of the Dutch artist and sculptor Karel Appel. A co-founder of the acclaimed Cobra Group, Appel developed a darkly expressionistic idiom and was the "secret dramaturge" of the production, says director Audi. Appel died at the age of 85 three months before the premiere of "Die Zauberflöte" at the Salzburg Festival. Blending smoothly into Appel's exotic designs, director Pierre Audi's production is neither a contemporization nor a decon ruction of Mozart's German Singspiel, which was written in 1791 and was one of Mozart's last works. Instead, Audi leaves the alleged stylistic breaks and unresolved conflicts between good and evil as they are and seeks to "give them a home," as he puts it. He relates the fairy-tale story of the "Magic Flute" in a sensual and playful, but never childlike or childish way, using Appel's sets as a component of his vision. While the sets may be a treat for the eyes, the music is a feast for the ears. Metropolitan Opera and La Scala star Diana Damrau shines as a Queen of the Night who effortlessly tosses out her coloraturas with dazzling accuracy. René Pape's Sarastro is a worthy counterpart, a solemn figure with balsamic bass tones. Paul Groves' supple tenor voice ensures a faultless Tamino next to the captivatingly natural lyricism of Genia Kühmeier's Pamina. Christian Gerhaher is a welcome, almost restrained Papageno. His Papagena, Irena Bespalovaite, brings her fresh musicality to the ensemble. The Vienna Philharmonic is led with an expert hand by the great Riccardo Muti. Riccardo Muti Wiener Philharmoniker René Pape, Paul Groves, Franz Grundheber, Diana Damrau, Kühmeier, Genia

8:29  Mambo! Gustavo Dudamel live from Caracas

The young musicians of the Simón Bolívar Youth Orchestra and their aspiring conductor Gustavo Dudamel invite the worldwide TV audience to an exceptional concert from the newly opened Concert Hall in Caracas. A rousing choice of Venezuelan and Latin-American classics is to be experienced through the compositions of Perez Prado, Arturo Marquez, Silvestre Revueltas and Astor Piazzolla. The Simón Bolívar Youth Orchestra is nowadays regarded as a sensation in the classical music. The Venezuelan youth orchestra consists of graduates of the unique Venezuelian music education system. The result is an incredibly virtuoso and passionate orchestra sound. The conductor Gustavo Dudamel, only 26 himself, is a “Child“ of this system. The members of the Venezuelan Brass Ensemble that was founded in 2003 are also from the midst of this orchestra. They will play two pieces composed by their own musicans. Alexis Cárdenas’ ensemble consists of eight of the best known musicians of Venezuela. They play a mixture of improvised virtuosity and tender melancholy of the various Venezuelan folk music (traditions). The repertoire flows from the stirring Joropo across Venezuelan waltzes to the Merengue. Gustavo Dudamel Simón Bolívar Youth Orchestra of Venezuela Alexis Cárdenas & Ensemble, Venezuelan Brass Ensemble

9:44  Bach - Sonata No. 5 BWV 1018

Frank Zimmerman (viool), Enrico Pace (piano) Frank Zimmermann (violin), Enrico Pace (piano)

10:02  Ravel - Boléro

Anima Eterna plays Ravel's famous Bolero at the Berlioz Festival Jos van Immerseel Anima Eterna

10:19  Rimsky- Korsakov - Scheherazade part I 'The Sea and Sinbad's Ship'

Neeme Järvi leads the Berliner Philharmoniker in a performance of Rimsky-Korsakov's Scheherazade. Neeme Järvi Berliner Philharmoniker

10:30  Shostakovich - Violin Sonata part 2

Gidon Kremer performs Shostakovich’ beautiful Violin sonata, accompanied by the Kremerata Baltica. (part 2) Gidon Kremer Kremerata Baltica Gidon Kremer

10:36  Beethoven - Piano concerto No. 1 part 1

In time for his 65th birthday in November 2007, Daniel Barenboim has completed a cycle of Beethoven's piano concertos. Recorded live at the prestigious Klavier-Festival Ruhr in May 2007, this recording reflects both a very individual and special reading of Beethoven’s music and the artist’s life-long dedication to the composer. Daniel Barenboim is one of the most prolific and high-profile artists performing on international stages today and Beethoven’s masterpieces have been a key part of his repertoire throughout his career, both as conductor and as pianist. Beethoven himself was a keyboard virtuoso of almost awesome abilities who created a sensation wherever he played. It is no wonder, therefore, that the piano was central to Beethoven’s overall output. Daniel Barenboim, artistic personality and former wunderkind, long an essential part of the international musical scene both on the conductor’s podium and at the piano, is the perfect match for this demanding music. Conducting and playing at the same time, Barenboim chose his orchestra of almost two decades, the Staatskapelle Berlin, which he has praised warmly for its exceptional, dark and warm sound. With a tradition reaching back to 1570, the Staatskapelle Berlin is one of the oldest orchestras in the world. Barenboim plays Beethoven brings together two musical masterminds. Daniel Barenboim Staatskapelle Berlin

10:52  Brahms - Concerto for violin and cello part 3

Lisa Batiashvili and Truls Mørk are the starts in the third movement of Brahm's concerto for violin and cello, accompanied by Sir Simon Rattle and the Berliner Philharmoniker. Sir Simon Rattle Berliner Philharmoniker

11:01  Gershwin - Cuban Overture

Gershwin’s Cuban Overture is dominated by Caribbean rhythms and contains a wide spectrum of instrumental color and technique. Here it is performed by the Berliner Philharmoniker, conducted by Sir Simon Rattle. Sir Simon Rattle Berliner Philharmoniker

11:11  Liszt - Totentantz

Pascal Amayel plays Liszt' Totentanz together witg Anima Eterna and meastro Jos van Immerseel. Jos van Immerseel Anima Eterna Pascal Amayel

11:29  Rachmaninov - Fanfare

Yuri Termikanov conducts the St. Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra in a performance of Rachmaninov's Fanfare Yuri Termikanov St. Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra

11:30  Mozart - The Magic Flute Act I

"The Magic Flute" is Mozart's most popular and beloved opera, and its melodies - from Papageno's folkloric tunes to the Queen of the Night's breathtaking coloraturas - are familiar even among non-listeners of classical music. In this production by Pierre Audi, however, it is the eyes and not the ears that first fall under the spell of this truly magical "Magic Flute." From the illustration on the stage curtain to the incredible, wildly colored, primeval-looking monsters, animals and decorative elements on the stage, the production is dominated by the unmistakable expressive world of the Dutch artist and sculptor Karel Appel. A co-founder of the acclaimed Cobra Group, Appel developed a darkly expressionistic idiom and was the "secret dramaturge" of the production, says director Audi. Appel died at the age of 85 three months before the premiere of "Die Zauberflöte" at the Salzburg Festival. Blending smoothly into Appel's exotic designs, director Pierre Audi's production is neither a contemporization nor a decon ruction of Mozart's German Singspiel, which was written in 1791 and was one of Mozart's last works. Instead, Audi leaves the alleged stylistic breaks and unresolved conflicts between good and evil as they are and seeks to "give them a home," as he puts it. He relates the fairy-tale story of the "Magic Flute" in a sensual and playful, but never childlike or childish way, using Appel's sets as a component of his vision. While the sets may be a treat for the eyes, the music is a feast for the ears. Metropolitan Opera and La Scala star Diana Damrau shines as a Queen of the Night who effortlessly tosses out her coloraturas with dazzling accuracy. René Pape's Sarastro is a worthy counterpart, a solemn figure with balsamic bass tones. Paul Groves' supple tenor voice ensures a faultless Tamino next to the captivatingly natural lyricism of Genia Kühmeier's Pamina. Christian Gerhaher is a welcome, almost restrained Papageno. His Papagena, Irena Bespalovaite, brings her fresh musicality to the ensemble. The Vienna Philharmonic is led with an expert hand by the great Riccardo Muti. Riccardo Muti Wiener Philharmoniker René Pape, Paul Groves, Franz Grundheber, Diana Damrau, Kühmeier, Genia

12:47  Mozart - The Magic Flute Act II

"The Magic Flute" is Mozart's most popular and beloved opera, and its melodies - from Papageno's folkloric tunes to the Queen of the Night's breathtaking coloraturas - are familiar even among non-listeners of classical music. In this production by Pierre Audi, however, it is the eyes and not the ears that first fall under the spell of this truly magical "Magic Flute." From the illustration on the stage curtain to the incredible, wildly colored, primeval-looking monsters, animals and decorative elements on the stage, the production is dominated by the unmistakable expressive world of the Dutch artist and sculptor Karel Appel. A co-founder of the acclaimed Cobra Group, Appel developed a darkly expressionistic idiom and was the "secret dramaturge" of the production, says director Audi. Appel died at the age of 85 three months before the premiere of "Die Zauberflöte" at the Salzburg Festival. Blending smoothly into Appel's exotic designs, director Pierre Audi's production is neither a contemporization nor a decon ruction of Mozart's German Singspiel, which was written in 1791 and was one of Mozart's last works. Instead, Audi leaves the alleged stylistic breaks and unresolved conflicts between good and evil as they are and seeks to "give them a home," as he puts it. He relates the fairy-tale story of the "Magic Flute" in a sensual and playful, but never childlike or childish way, using Appel's sets as a component of his vision. While the sets may be a treat for the eyes, the music is a feast for the ears. Metropolitan Opera and La Scala star Diana Damrau shines as a Queen of the Night who effortlessly tosses out her coloraturas with dazzling accuracy. René Pape's Sarastro is a worthy counterpart, a solemn figure with balsamic bass tones. Paul Groves' supple tenor voice ensures a faultless Tamino next to the captivatingly natural lyricism of Genia Kühmeier's Pamina. Christian Gerhaher is a welcome, almost restrained Papageno. His Papagena, Irena Bespalovaite, brings her fresh musicality to the ensemble. The Vienna Philharmonic is led with an expert hand by the great Riccardo Muti. Riccardo Muti Wiener Philharmoniker René Pape, Paul Groves, Franz Grundheber, Diana Damrau, Kühmeier, Genia

14:29  Mambo! Gustavo Dudamel live from Caracas

The young musicians of the Simón Bolívar Youth Orchestra and their aspiring conductor Gustavo Dudamel invite the worldwide TV audience to an exceptional concert from the newly opened Concert Hall in Caracas. A rousing choice of Venezuelan and Latin-American classics is to be experienced through the compositions of Perez Prado, Arturo Marquez, Silvestre Revueltas and Astor Piazzolla. The Simón Bolívar Youth Orchestra is nowadays regarded as a sensation in the classical music. The Venezuelan youth orchestra consists of graduates of the unique Venezuelian music education system. The result is an incredibly virtuoso and passionate orchestra sound. The conductor Gustavo Dudamel, only 26 himself, is a “Child“ of this system. The members of the Venezuelan Brass Ensemble that was founded in 2003 are also from the midst of this orchestra. They will play two pieces composed by their own musicans. Alexis Cárdenas’ ensemble consists of eight of the best known musicians of Venezuela. They play a mixture of improvised virtuosity and tender melancholy of the various Venezuelan folk music (traditions). The repertoire flows from the stirring Joropo across Venezuelan waltzes to the Merengue. Gustavo Dudamel Simón Bolívar Youth Orchestra of Venezuela Alexis Cárdenas & Ensemble, Venezuelan Brass Ensemble

15:44  Bach - Sonata No. 5 BWV 1018

Frank Zimmerman (viool), Enrico Pace (piano) Frank Zimmermann (violin), Enrico Pace (piano)

16:02  Ravel - Boléro

Anima Eterna plays Ravel's famous Bolero at the Berlioz Festival Jos van Immerseel Anima Eterna

16:19  Rimsky- Korsakov - Scheherazade part I 'The Sea and Sinbad's Ship'

Neeme Järvi leads the Berliner Philharmoniker in a performance of Rimsky-Korsakov's Scheherazade. Neeme Järvi Berliner Philharmoniker

16:30  Shostakovich - Violin Sonata part 2

Gidon Kremer performs Shostakovich’ beautiful Violin sonata, accompanied by the Kremerata Baltica. (part 2) Gidon Kremer Kremerata Baltica Gidon Kremer

16:37  Beethoven - Piano concerto No. 1 part 1

In time for his 65th birthday in November 2007, Daniel Barenboim has completed a cycle of Beethoven's piano concertos. Recorded live at the prestigious Klavier-Festival Ruhr in May 2007, this recording reflects both a very individual and special reading of Beethoven’s music and the artist’s life-long dedication to the composer. Daniel Barenboim is one of the most prolific and high-profile artists performing on international stages today and Beethoven’s masterpieces have been a key part of his repertoire throughout his career, both as conductor and as pianist. Beethoven himself was a keyboard virtuoso of almost awesome abilities who created a sensation wherever he played. It is no wonder, therefore, that the piano was central to Beethoven’s overall output. Daniel Barenboim, artistic personality and former wunderkind, long an essential part of the international musical scene both on the conductor’s podium and at the piano, is the perfect match for this demanding music. Conducting and playing at the same time, Barenboim chose his orchestra of almost two decades, the Staatskapelle Berlin, which he has praised warmly for its exceptional, dark and warm sound. With a tradition reaching back to 1570, the Staatskapelle Berlin is one of the oldest orchestras in the world. Barenboim plays Beethoven brings together two musical masterminds. Daniel Barenboim Staatskapelle Berlin

16:52  Brahms - Concerto for violin and cello part 3

Lisa Batiashvili and Truls Mørk are the starts in the third movement of Brahm's concerto for violin and cello, accompanied by Sir Simon Rattle and the Berliner Philharmoniker. Sir Simon Rattle Berliner Philharmoniker

17:01  Gershwin - Cuban Overture

Gershwin’s Cuban Overture is dominated by Caribbean rhythms and contains a wide spectrum of instrumental color and technique. Here it is performed by the Berliner Philharmoniker, conducted by Sir Simon Rattle. Sir Simon Rattle Berliner Philharmoniker

17:11  Liszt - Totentantz

Pascal Amayel plays Liszt' Totentanz together witg Anima Eterna and meastro Jos van Immerseel. Jos van Immerseel Anima Eterna Pascal Amayel

17:30  Haydn - The Seven Last Words of Our Saviour on the Cross

Haydn's Seven Last Words of Our Saviour on the Cross was recognised throughout Europe as a masterpiece when it was premiered in the church of Santa Cueva, Cádiz in 1786. Haydn himself thought it was the best piece of music he ever wrote, and it established his fame in Europe and beyond. Paradoxically, the first version for orchestra, the most famous in Haydn's era, is the least known today. Now, for the first time on television, the work has been recorded in its original setting using Haydn’s original orchestral score. This historic television recording is performed by Le Concert des Nations under the baton of Jordi Savall, one of Europe’s leading exponents of period music. The performance is enhanced by specially shot footage from the Holy Week processions which take place in Cádiz every Easter. Shot in HD, in the setting where the work was commissioned, the city of Cádiz, the performance is available in two versions - music only, or also containing stunning images from the Holy Week processions in Cádiz & readings of the Seven Last Words by a priest. Jordi Savall Le Concert des Nations

18:44  Mozart - Piano Quartet No. 2

Nicolas Angelich, Hennig Kraggerud, Yuri Bashmet and Miklos Pereny perform Mozart's second Piano Quartet Nicolas Angelich, Hennig Kraggerud, Yuri Bashmet, Miklos Pereny

19:16  Bach - Sonata No. 2 BWV 1015

World famous violinist Frank Zimmermann plays Bach, together with Enrico Pace Frank Zimmermann (violin), Enrico Pace (piano)

19:29  Beethoven - Sonata No. 29 part 2

Jean Frederic Neuburger plays the second movement of Beethoven's beautiful Sonata No. 29 Jean Frederic Neuburger

19:40  Brahms - Symphony No. 1

Daniel Barenboim conducts the West-Eastern Divan Orchestra in Brahms’ Symphony No. 1. Critics called it Beethoven’s tenth symphony, because of its great quality. Daniel Barenboim West-Eastern Divan Orchestra

20:29  The Great Mass

The Great Mass is the spiritual keystone of a choreographic undertaking in which Uwe Scholz absorbs the structure of the liturgy of the mass. He adds to Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's unfinished Great Mass in C minor other works by the same composer, such as the Adagio and Fugue in C minor and the motet Ave verum corpus. He also puts in passages of Gregorian chant, sequences from contemporary music by György Kurtág, Thomas Jahn and Arvo Pärt, and readings of poems by Paul Celan. Mozart's music becomes a mould in which Scholz casts his choreography. – A truly impressive requiem a choreographic revelation. Balázs Kocsár Gewandhausorchester Leipzig, Choir of the Leipzig Opera, Leipzig Ballet Eun Yee You, Marie-Claude Chappuis, Werner Güra, Friedemann Röhlig

22:34  Gershwin - Cuban Overture

Gershwin’s Cuban Overture is dominated by Caribbean rhythms and contains a wide spectrum of instrumental color and technique. Here it is performed by the Berliner Philharmoniker, conducted by Sir Simon Rattle. Sir Simon Rattle Berliner Philharmoniker

22:44  Bruckner - Symphony No. 7 part 2

Claudio Abbado conducts the Lucerne festival Orchestra in the second part of Bruckner's Symphony No. 7 Claudio Abbado Lucerne Festival Orchestra

23:05  Beethoven - Choral Fantasy

Beethoven's large-scale Choral Fantasy is one of the composer's most impressive works. The Berliner Philharmoniker under the baton of Claudio Abbado perform this work, with its unusual forces of large choir, solo piano and vocal soloists, together with Abbado's partner in music of many years' standing, Maurizio Pollini, and a cast of first-rate singers. Claudio Abbado Maurizio Pollini (piano), Karita Mattila (soprano), Lioba Braun (soprano), Peter Seiffert (tenor), Berliner Philharmoniker and the Svedish Radio Choir, Eric Ericson Chamber Choir

23:24  Fernandez - Batuque

Gustavo Dudamel conducts the Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra in performance of Fernandez’ Butuque. Gustavo Dudamel Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra

23:29  Haydn - The Seven Last Words of Our Saviour on the Cross

Haydn's Seven Last Words of Our Saviour on the Cross was recognised throughout Europe as a masterpiece when it was premiered in the church of Santa Cueva, Cádiz in 1786. Haydn himself thought it was the best piece of music he ever wrote, and it established his fame in Europe and beyond. Paradoxically, the first version for orchestra, the most famous in Haydn's era, is the least known today. Now, for the first time on television, the work has been recorded in its original setting using Haydn’s original orchestral score. This historic television recording is performed by Le Concert des Nations under the baton of Jordi Savall, one of Europe’s leading exponents of period music. The performance is enhanced by specially shot footage from the Holy Week processions which take place in Cádiz every Easter. Shot in HD, in the setting where the work was commissioned, the city of Cádiz, the performance is available in two versions - music only, or also containing stunning images from the Holy Week processions in Cádiz & readings of the Seven Last Words by a priest. Jordi Savall Le Concert des Nations

0:43  Mozart - Piano Quartet No. 2

Nicolas Angelich, Hennig Kraggerud, Yuri Bashmet and Miklos Pereny perform Mozart's second Piano Quartet Nicolas Angelich, Hennig Kraggerud, Yuri Bashmet, Miklos Pereny

1:16  Bach - Sonata No. 2 BWV 1015

World famous violinist Frank Zimmermann plays Bach, together with Enrico Pace Frank Zimmermann (violin), Enrico Pace (piano)

1:29  Beethoven - Sonata No. 29 part 2

Jean Frederic Neuburger plays the second movement of Beethoven's beautiful Sonata No. 29 Jean Frederic Neuburger

1:40  Brahms - Symphony No. 1

Daniel Barenboim conducts the West-Eastern Divan Orchestra in Brahms’ Symphony No. 1. Critics called it Beethoven’s tenth symphony, because of its great quality. Daniel Barenboim West-Eastern Divan Orchestra

2:29  The Great Mass

The Great Mass is the spiritual keystone of a choreographic undertaking in which Uwe Scholz absorbs the structure of the liturgy of the mass. He adds to Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's unfinished Great Mass in C minor other works by the same composer, such as the Adagio and Fugue in C minor and the motet Ave verum corpus. He also puts in passages of Gregorian chant, sequences from contemporary music by György Kurtág, Thomas Jahn and Arvo Pärt, and readings of poems by Paul Celan. Mozart's music becomes a mould in which Scholz casts his choreography. – A truly impressive requiem a choreographic revelation. Balázs Kocsár Gewandhausorchester Leipzig, Choir of the Leipzig Opera, Leipzig Ballet Eun Yee You, Marie-Claude Chappuis, Werner Güra, Friedemann Röhlig

4:34  Gershwin - Cuban Overture

Gershwin’s Cuban Overture is dominated by Caribbean rhythms and contains a wide spectrum of instrumental color and technique. Here it is performed by the Berliner Philharmoniker, conducted by Sir Simon Rattle. Sir Simon Rattle Berliner Philharmoniker

4:44  Bruckner - Symphony No. 7 part 2

Claudio Abbado conducts the Lucerne festival Orchestra in the second part of Bruckner's Symphony No. 7 Claudio Abbado Lucerne Festival Orchestra

5:05  Beethoven - Choral Fantasy

Beethoven's large-scale Choral Fantasy is one of the composer's most impressive works. The Berliner Philharmoniker under the baton of Claudio Abbado perform this work, with its unusual forces of large choir, solo piano and vocal soloists, together with Abbado's partner in music of many years' standing, Maurizio Pollini, and a cast of first-rate singers. Claudio Abbado Maurizio Pollini (piano), Karita Mattila (soprano), Lioba Braun (soprano), Peter Seiffert (tenor), Berliner Philharmoniker and the Svedish Radio Choir, Eric Ericson Chamber Choir

5:24  Fernandez - Batuque

Gustavo Dudamel conducts the Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra in performance of Fernandez’ Butuque. Gustavo Dudamel Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra

5:29  Rachmaninov - Fanfare

Yuri Termikanov conducts the St. Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra in a performance of Rachmaninov's Fanfare Yuri Termikanov St. Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra

5:30  Haydn - The Seven Last Words of Our Saviour on the Cross

Haydn's Seven Last Words of Our Saviour on the Cross was recognised throughout Europe as a masterpiece when it was premiered in the church of Santa Cueva, Cádiz in 1786. Haydn himself thought it was the best piece of music he ever wrote, and it established his fame in Europe and beyond. Paradoxically, the first version for orchestra, the most famous in Haydn's era, is the least known today. Now, for the first time on television, the work has been recorded in its original setting using Haydn’s original orchestral score. This historic television recording is performed by Le Concert des Nations under the baton of Jordi Savall, one of Europe’s leading exponents of period music. The performance is enhanced by specially shot footage from the Holy Week processions which take place in Cádiz every Easter. Shot in HD, in the setting where the work was commissioned, the city of Cádiz, the performance is available in two versions - music only, or also containing stunning images from the Holy Week processions in Cádiz & readings of the Seven Last Words by a priest. Jordi Savall Le Concert des Nations

6:44  Mozart - Piano Quartet No. 2

Nicolas Angelich, Hennig Kraggerud, Yuri Bashmet and Miklos Pereny perform Mozart's second Piano Quartet Nicolas Angelich, Hennig Kraggerud, Yuri Bashmet, Miklos Pereny

7:17  Bach - Sonata No. 2 BWV 1015

World famous violinist Frank Zimmermann plays Bach, together with Enrico Pace Frank Zimmermann (violin), Enrico Pace (piano)

7:29  Beethoven - Sonata No. 29 part 2

Jean Frederic Neuburger plays the second movement of Beethoven's beautiful Sonata No. 29 Jean Frederic Neuburger

7:41  Brahms - Symphony No. 1

Daniel Barenboim conducts the West-Eastern Divan Orchestra in Brahms’ Symphony No. 1. Critics called it Beethoven’s tenth symphony, because of its great quality. Daniel Barenboim West-Eastern Divan Orchestra

8:29  The Great Mass

The Great Mass is the spiritual keystone of a choreographic undertaking in which Uwe Scholz absorbs the structure of the liturgy of the mass. He adds to Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's unfinished Great Mass in C minor other works by the same composer, such as the Adagio and Fugue in C minor and the motet Ave verum corpus. He also puts in passages of Gregorian chant, sequences from contemporary music by György Kurtág, Thomas Jahn and Arvo Pärt, and readings of poems by Paul Celan. Mozart's music becomes a mould in which Scholz casts his choreography. – A truly impressive requiem a choreographic revelation. Balázs Kocsár Gewandhausorchester Leipzig, Choir of the Leipzig Opera, Leipzig Ballet Eun Yee You, Marie-Claude Chappuis, Werner Güra, Friedemann Röhlig

10:34  Gershwin - Cuban Overture

Gershwin’s Cuban Overture is dominated by Caribbean rhythms and contains a wide spectrum of instrumental color and technique. Here it is performed by the Berliner Philharmoniker, conducted by Sir Simon Rattle. Sir Simon Rattle Berliner Philharmoniker

10:45  Bruckner - Symphony No. 7 part 2

Claudio Abbado conducts the Lucerne festival Orchestra in the second part of Bruckner's Symphony No. 7 Claudio Abbado Lucerne Festival Orchestra

11:05  Beethoven - Choral Fantasy

Beethoven's large-scale Choral Fantasy is one of the composer's most impressive works. The Berliner Philharmoniker under the baton of Claudio Abbado perform this work, with its unusual forces of large choir, solo piano and vocal soloists, together with Abbado's partner in music of many years' standing, Maurizio Pollini, and a cast of first-rate singers. Claudio Abbado Maurizio Pollini (piano), Karita Mattila (soprano), Lioba Braun (soprano), Peter Seiffert (tenor), Berliner Philharmoniker and the Svedish Radio Choir, Eric Ericson Chamber Choir

11:25  Fernandez - Batuque

Gustavo Dudamel conducts the Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra in performance of Fernandez’ Butuque. Gustavo Dudamel Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra

11:30  Haydn - The Seven Last Words of Our Saviour on the Cross

Haydn's Seven Last Words of Our Saviour on the Cross was recognised throughout Europe as a masterpiece when it was premiered in the church of Santa Cueva, Cádiz in 1786. Haydn himself thought it was the best piece of music he ever wrote, and it established his fame in Europe and beyond. Paradoxically, the first version for orchestra, the most famous in Haydn's era, is the least known today. Now, for the first time on television, the work has been recorded in its original setting using Haydn’s original orchestral score. This historic television recording is performed by Le Concert des Nations under the baton of Jordi Savall, one of Europe’s leading exponents of period music. The performance is enhanced by specially shot footage from the Holy Week processions which take place in Cádiz every Easter. Shot in HD, in the setting where the work was commissioned, the city of Cádiz, the performance is available in two versions - music only, or also containing stunning images from the Holy Week processions in Cádiz & readings of the Seven Last Words by a priest. Jordi Savall Le Concert des Nations

12:44  Mozart - Piano Quartet No. 2

Nicolas Angelich, Hennig Kraggerud, Yuri Bashmet and Miklos Pereny perform Mozart's second Piano Quartet Nicolas Angelich, Hennig Kraggerud, Yuri Bashmet, Miklos Pereny

13:17  Bach - Sonata No. 2 BWV 1015

World famous violinist Frank Zimmermann plays Bach, together with Enrico Pace Frank Zimmermann (violin), Enrico Pace (piano)

13:29  Beethoven - Sonata No. 29 part 2

Jean Frederic Neuburger plays the second movement of Beethoven's beautiful Sonata No. 29 Jean Frederic Neuburger

13:40  Brahms - Symphony No. 1

Daniel Barenboim conducts the West-Eastern Divan Orchestra in Brahms’ Symphony No. 1. Critics called it Beethoven’s tenth symphony, because of its great quality. Daniel Barenboim West-Eastern Divan Orchestra

14:29  The Great Mass

The Great Mass is the spiritual keystone of a choreographic undertaking in which Uwe Scholz absorbs the structure of the liturgy of the mass. He adds to Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's unfinished Great Mass in C minor other works by the same composer, such as the Adagio and Fugue in C minor and the motet Ave verum corpus. He also puts in passages of Gregorian chant, sequences from contemporary music by György Kurtág, Thomas Jahn and Arvo Pärt, and readings of poems by Paul Celan. Mozart's music becomes a mould in which Scholz casts his choreography. – A truly impressive requiem a choreographic revelation. Balázs Kocsár Gewandhausorchester Leipzig, Choir of the Leipzig Opera, Leipzig Ballet Eun Yee You, Marie-Claude Chappuis, Werner Güra, Friedemann Röhlig

16:34  Gershwin - Cuban Overture

Gershwin’s Cuban Overture is dominated by Caribbean rhythms and contains a wide spectrum of instrumental color and technique. Here it is performed by the Berliner Philharmoniker, conducted by Sir Simon Rattle. Sir Simon Rattle Berliner Philharmoniker

16:44  Bruckner - Symphony No. 7 part 2

Claudio Abbado conducts the Lucerne festival Orchestra in the second part of Bruckner's Symphony No. 7 Claudio Abbado Lucerne Festival Orchestra

17:05  Beethoven - Choral Fantasy

Beethoven's large-scale Choral Fantasy is one of the composer's most impressive works. The Berliner Philharmoniker under the baton of Claudio Abbado perform this work, with its unusual forces of large choir, solo piano and vocal soloists, together with Abbado's partner in music of many years' standing, Maurizio Pollini, and a cast of first-rate singers. Claudio Abbado Maurizio Pollini (piano), Karita Mattila (soprano), Lioba Braun (soprano), Peter Seiffert (tenor), Berliner Philharmoniker and the Svedish Radio Choir, Eric Ericson Chamber Choir

17:24  Fernandez - Batuque

Gustavo Dudamel conducts the Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra in performance of Fernandez’ Butuque. Gustavo Dudamel Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra