Soul Music - Richard Strauss' Four Last Songs
Download Richard Strauss' Four Last Songs
Richard Strauss was aged 84 when he completed his final composition.
It was 'Four Last Songs', which, although dealing death, conveys a sense of calm acceptance.
Though written in 1948, it still touches the hearts of many listeners today.
As the soprano voice delves ever deeper into the richness of the music, interviewees tell how the Four Last Songs have brought calm and beauty at key moments in their lives.
Featuring:
Alan Yentob
Michael Kennedy
Gillian Weir
Margaret Nelson
Jamie Nichols
Gabe Meline
Series exploring famous pieces of music and their emotional appeal.
Producer: Rosie Boulton
First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in September 2009.
Published on Tuesday, 29th September 2009.
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