Concerts, Carols & All Things Christmas

The celebrated organist, choir director and presenter Anna Lapwood joins Stephen and Joanna to discuss a case of mistaken identity at a book launch several years ago. We also get in to the wonderful organ music of Lutosławski, Bach, Duruflé and rock out to Faithless when the Mini ...  Show more

In this bonus mini episode with the actor, writer and broadcaster Stephen Fry, we discuss why audiences matter, the transcendent force of pianist Ervin Nyiregyházi and what artificial intelligence really means for classical music. 

Do you have a favorite Christmas song? Today's Spotlight is on the music of Christmas.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spotlight-english--4065149/support.Check out more Spotlight English content at: www.SpotlightEnglish.com 

We hope you have a wonderful break from the chaos of a regular schedule and find a way to give love and meaning to those around you. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! From Dee Kei, Lu, and James Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redci ...  Show more

Songs include: Here Comes Santa Claus by Bing Crosby and the Andrews Sisters, Jingle Bells by Les Paul, Oh Come All Ye Faithful by Kate Smith, Boogie Woogie Santa Claus by Patti Smith, the Russian Dance from the Nutcracker by Herbert von Karajan and the 12 Days of Christmas by Fr ...  Show more