Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake is based on a children's show he wrote for his nephews and nieces.
Discover the story behind the famous ballet
And what is the impact on those who hear it and dance to it?
Featuring:
Dr. Elena Denzhkina-Campbell
Dr. Margaret Reynolds
Tom Conlon
John Warrack
Francesca Allen
Jane Hackett
Barbara Hughes
Sir Roy Strong
Matthew Drury, piano
Marion Tait
Gaylene Cummerfield
Matthew Lawrence
Scott Ambler
Series about pieces of music with a powerful emotional impact
Producer: Sarah Conkey
First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in September 2008.
Published on Tuesday, 23rd September 2008.
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