Stravinsky found the inspiration for his work in sources ranging from Greek Orthodox liturgy to his beloved Verdi.

"Il Ballo delle Ingrate" is based on the Idea that the "Ingrate" (women who have been hard-hearted in love) should return to earth from hell to warn the ladies in the audience against a similar fate. The warning is not expressed in the form of…

This is a celebration of the New Year in words and music, introduced by Andrew Cruikshank.

This programme is based upon the folk music of the South coast fishermen and their reminiscences.

With an introduction by Sir John Gielgud, this first-rate performance took place at the Winchester Cathedral.