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Queen Victoria's Playlist

An evening of music to celebrate the 200th anniversary of Queen Victoria's birth including Mendelssohn's 'Scottish' Symphony and First Piano Concerto, performed by Stephen Hough on Victoria's piano.

Petroc Trelawny and Suzannah Lipscomb introduce an evening of music to celebrate the 200th anniversary of Queen Victoria’s birth. The Prom features the music of her favourite composer, Mendelssohn, including his ‘Scottish’ Symphony and First Piano Concerto, which will be performed by Stephen Hough on Victoria’s own piano, loaned by Her Majesty The Queen from the Royal Collection. There is also a suite from Arthur Sullivan’s ballet Victoria and Merrie England and songs composed by her consort, Prince Albert.

1 hour, 54 minutes

Credits

Role Contributor
Presenter Petroc Trelawny
Presenter Suzannah Lipscomb
Conductor 8 Bit
Orchestra Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment
Performer Alessandro Fisher
Performer Stephen Hough
Director Bridget Caldwell
Producer Glenn Barton

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