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From Aldeburgh Beach to Snape Maltings, Tom traces the coastal landscapes that shaped Benjamin Britten鈥檚 music. At The Red House, Britten's home for many years, pianist James Baillieu performs on the composer's own piano, offering a musical insight into his world. At Snape Maltings, the home of the Aldeburgh Festival, Tom explores how a former agricultural site became a leading centre for music, and celebrates the enduring legacy of its founder, Benjamin Britten. With more live music from Britten Sinfonia oboist Peter Facer. Get in touch with the show, email 3breakfast@bbc.co.uk or text 83111 To listen on most smart speakers, just say 'Ask 麻豆社 Sounds to play 3 Breakfast鈥.
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- TrackArtist
- 1.The Nightingale (The BIrds)The Nightingale (The BIrds)Ottorino Respighi
- 2.Calm sea in summer (Sea sketches)Calm sea in summer (Sea sketches)Grace Williams
- 3.Nocturne in A flat major, Op 32 No 2Nocturne in A flat major, Op 32 No 2Fr茅d茅ric Chopin