Tuesday 12 June , 9.30pm
The first ever major documentary on the life and music of Mozart, this two-part series is told along a 25,000 mile journey that follows every step of the composer’s life. Narrated by the award-winning actress Juliet Stevenson, it was produced in association with the world’s leading opera houses, orchestras and musicians. Featuring stunning performances of…
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Wednesday 30 May, 6.00pm
With childhood abuse, drug addiction and suicide attempts behind him, James is not your typical concert pianist. But with his passion and rock-star aura, he’s bringing new audiences to classical piano. In Piano Man, James plays the music of his favourite composers, including Bach, Beethoven and Chopin. In this highly personal collection, James explains how…
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In 2007 the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra performed a recital in a most unusual venue– a London rubbish dump. The beautiful music of Elgar would be heard amongst the scrap metal, bin bags and shrieking gulls. The orchestra even used instruments made from the junk. One played a violin with an artificial leg, and the other…
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Wednesdays, 7pm
This stunning series features vibrant fine music performances recorded at Melbourne’s most iconic locations. Filmed in July 2011, it features the talented entrants to the Melbourne International Chamber Music Competition, a contest which showcases the best young piano trios and string quartets from around the world. Held every four years, the players are all under…
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Saturday 8 October , 8.30pm
Filmed live at Jordan’s spectacular ancient city of Petra, this star-studded memorial concert was held to commemorate the first anniversary of the great Italian tenor’s death. An all-star cast of guests including , Placido Domingo, Angela Gheorghiu and Sting join the Prague Philharmonic and conductor Eugene Kohn for what is a joyous celebration of the…
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Tuesday 4 October , 8.45pm
Placido Domingo is one of the greatest operatic tenors in history. This compelling documentary delves into the life and times of the musical genius and tells his remarkable story in his own words. Domingo’s passion for his art is palpable as he beautifully articulates his inspirations and depth of feeling for his favourite compositions. The…
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How is Graeme Murphy revitalising the world’s best known love story into a fresh new retelling? In the lead-up to the world premiere of The Australian Ballet’s new production of Romeo & Juliet, step behind the curtain and into the studio as Graeme Murphy works with the dancers to choreograph each elegant step. In this…
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