Episodes
| Episode | First Broadcast | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | 20120128 | The first of two programmes celebrating one of Britain's greatest living composers, Jonathan Harvey whose haunting, spiritual and ecstatic music embraces the ideas of both East and West. Recorded at the Barbican's 'Total Immersion' event and presented by Tom Service in conversation with Jonathan Cross Calling Across Time Guildhall Symphony Orchestra Richard Baker, conductor Marahi Forms of Emptiness BBC Singers David Hill, conductor Madonna of Winter and Spring BBC Symphony Orchestra Martyn Brabbins, conductor. Tom Service celebrates the music of Jonathan Harvey. Including Calling Across Time. Radio 3's primary contemporary music programme, featuring live performances and sessions |
| 02 | 20120204 | The second of two programmes celebrating one of Britain's greatest living composers, Jonathan Harvey. In music ranging from unaccompanied voices to full orchestra, Harvey explores his deep interest in different spiritual traditions, devising ever-new soundworlds that are yet rooted in ancient fundamentals. Recorded last week at the BBC's 'Total Immersion' weekend at the Barbican and presented by Tom Service in conversation with Richard Baker. Tranquil Abiding Songs of Li Po Marta Fontanals-Simmons (mezzo-soprano) Guildhall Symphony Orchestra conducted by Richard Baker Come Holy Ghost BBC Singers conducted by David Hill Body Mandala Messages BBC Symphony Chorus BBC Symphony Orchestra conducted by Martyn Brabbins Sound Intermedia (sound projection). Tom Service celebrates the music of Jonathan Harvey. Including Tranquil Abiding. Radio 3's primary contemporary music programme, featuring live performances and sessions |