Classical Fix

Linton Stephens tries out a classical playlist on his music-loving guest, the comedian, writer and presenter Dane Baptiste.

Dane's playlist:

Shostakovich: Festive Overture
Olivia Belli: Sibyl
Susan Spain-Dunk: Cantilena for clarinet and orchestra Op. 51
Ēriks Ešenvalds: Stars
Wilhelmine von Bayreut: Concerto for harpsichord and strings in G minor, I Allegro
Jacques Loussier: Prelude No. 1 in C major, BWV 846

Classical Fix is a podcast aimed at opening up the world of classical music to anyone who fancies giving it a go. Each week, Linton mixes a bespoke playlist for his guest, who then joins him to share their impressions of their new classical discoveries.

Linton Stephens is a bassoonist with the Chineke! Orchestra and has also performed with the BBC Philharmonic, Halle Orchestra and Opera North, amongst many others.