Taibhithe de Jaime Martín ag BBC National Orchestra of Wales

In a second nod to Shostakovich in the 50th anniversary year of his death BBC NOW’s Guest Principal Conductor Jaime Martin presents a programme including his Theme and Variations and Second Piano Concerto.

Fairytale meets humour and heartbreak in this magical concert conducted by BBC NOW’s Principal Guest Conductor Jaime Martín.

Striking a balance between the light-hearted and the noble, Elgar’s Variations are an ingenious collection of musical sketches of his friends plus an astute self-portrait; an enigma hidden within the score.

Striking a balance between the light-hearted and the noble, Elgar’s Variations are an ingenious collection of musical sketches of his friends plus an astute self-portrait; an enigma hidden within the score.