Modern Classics at the Proms

Tom Service introduces the classics of tomorrow in a special compilation performed at the classical music festival, with bold and brave compositions, illustrious orchestral pieces and more. The programme showcases three world premieres, an exciting bassoon concerto and interviews with composers including Thomas Adès and Gabriella Ortiz, who reveal the inspiration behind their pieces. With performances from the Royal Albert Hall by the National Youth Orchestra, the Los Angeles Philharmonic, the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, the Academy of St Martin in the Fields, the BBC Symphony Orchestra, the Los Angeles Master Chorale, the BBC Singers and the BBC Symphony Chorus

Sunday, 30 August 1 airing
20:00
BBC Four
Modern Classics at the Proms
Monday, 31 August 1 airing
00:40
BBC Four
Modern Classics at the Proms