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Manchester Camerata invite us into their rehearsal rooms as they prepare for a performance of Prokofiev鈥檚 beloved 鈥渟ymphonic tale for children鈥�, Peter and the Wolf. The piece has been introducing young people to classical music for almost 90 years, and has attracted all manner of celebrity narrators. Leader/Director Caroline Pether and members of the orchestra share their insiders鈥� perspective, showing us how they bring the story to life, and how they work together with narrator Josie D鈥橝rby. Bassoonist Ben Hudson tells us about playing the grumpy Grandfather character, while trumpeter Peter Mainwaring talks about the pressures of waiting for your solo moment. Katy Hamilton reveals the context behind the piece, and Brian Blessed and Baroness Floella Benjamin share memories and reflections on playing the storied part of the narrator.

Produced by Amelia Parker for 麻豆约拍 Audio Wales and West

(Photo credit: Manchester Camerata)