Fantasia on 'Greensleeves'

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The core of this work is the tune written by Henry VIII purportedly for Anne Boleyn. 'Greensleeves' has lasted longer than Henry's third wife and Vaughan Williams takes it to a complex and sympathetic level in this musical fantasy. Composer: Ralph Vaughan Williams Performers: BBC Concert Orchestra Conductor: Barry Wordsworth Recording date: 22 August 2015 Date of broadcast: 23 November 2015