Royal Philharmonic Orchestra presents The Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra

Alexander Shelley, Principal Associate Conductor of the RPO, narrates and conducts a very special version of Benjamin Britten's celebrated introduction to the orchestra. Featuring a brand new narration and with the full Royal Philharmonic Orchestra coming together digitally from their own homes, we are excited to present to you our new take on this lively fugue and variations based on a memorable theme by Henry Purcell. Produced and edited by Matthew Knight. The Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra appears courtesy of Boosey & Hawkes Music Publishers Limited. Duration: 25 minutes. Feeling inspired to support the RPO and our musicians? To donate £3, text INSPIRED to 70331 To donate £5, text INSPIRED to 70970 To donate £30, text INSPIRED to 70191 or donate online at: https://www.rpo.co.uk/donate Don't forget to read and download the official programme PDF here: https://bit.ly/2DwU3bQ 00:00 Countdown and donations appeal 01:55 Introduction 03:49 Theme 06:55 Variations 20:37 Finale Follow us: Facebook:   / royalphilharmonicorchestra   Instagram:   / royalphilorchestra   Twitter:   / rpoonline   TikTok:   / royalphilorchestra