BACHTRACK ★★★★
Who would you want to put in the grand pantheon of British music? Composers? Unquestionably. Soloists? Undoubtedly. And then there’s a certain Sir Thomas Beecham, whose contribution to British musical life is unparalleled. He founded two of London’s great orchestras as well as having a lustful eye on a third. Not the least of his attributes was a roguish charm that gave voice to a plethora of anecdotes and bon mots which continue to delight us today.
Would he be looking down from on high and giving a wry smile of recognition towards the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra who were celebrating their 70th birthday in style? You bet he would!
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