The Classical Corner

In this episode, Davina reviews two newly released albums hot off the press: Handel’s 'La Resurrezione' by The English Concert and 'John Wilbye – Draw on Sweet Night ' by I Fagiolini and Robert Hollingworth. The English Concert and Harry Bicket’s acclaimed concert cycle of Handel operas and oratorios continues with its second release on Linn, following Handel’s Rodelinda la

In this episode, Davina is joined by Harley Street Nutritionist and soprano, Rhiannon Lambert. They discuss her career as a soprano and how she moved from the music industry to become Registered Nutritionist, resulting in the launch of her clinic, Rhitrition. Rhiannon specialises in weight management and disordered eating, pre and post-natal nutrition and sports nutrition. Davin

In this episode, Davina is joined by the internationally acclaimed British violinist, vocalist and concert producer, Lizzie Ball. Davina and Lizzie discuss her flourishing career as a prolific performer in all genres around the world, and also her passion for bringing classical music to a wider audience in accessible, diverse venues and contexts through her wonderful organisation

In this episode, Davina is joined by the internationally acclaimed German baritone, Benjamin Appl. They discuss his flourishing career as a soloist with orchestras around the world and also his love of lieder. Davina and Benjamin delve into his new recording of Winterreise with James Baillieu, which launched on 11th February with Alpha Classics, along with his beautiful BBC 4 doc

In this episode, Davina is joined by British television personality and actor, Ollie Locke. They discuss his career as an actor, both in Hollywood films and the reality TV series, Made in Chelsea, gay marriage and also his surrogacy journey with husband, Gareth Locke. Davina and Ollie cover a range of repertoire including Bach's 'Arioso', Rutter's 'The Lord Bless You and Keep You

In this episode, Davina is joined by the internationally renowned violinist, early music specialist and Alexander Technique wizard, Jane Gordon. They discuss her flourishing career as a violinist both with her chamber group, The Rautio Trio and also with the world's finest period instrument ensembles. Davina and Jane explore the tough world of touring, Alexander Technique and als

Welcome to Series 2 of The Classical Corner! In this first episode, Davina is joined by the internationally renowned, award-winning British soprano, Mary Bevan. They discuss her career as a recital and opera singer with the world's finest companies, Mary's love for baroque music and lieder, and also selection of her disks. Davina and Mary cover a range of repertoire including Han

In this episode, Davina is joined by the internationally renowned conductor, Sir John Eliot Gardiner. They discuss his flourishing international career as one of the world's most innovative and dynamic conductors, his award-winning ensembles- The Monteverdi Choir and Orchestras, and also his love of all music from Bach to Bernstein. Davina and John Eliot cover a range of repertoir

In this episode, Davina is joined by the internationally renowned choral director, Harry Christophers. They discuss his flourishing career as a choral and orchestral conductor, his award-winning ensemble, The Sixteen, and also his love of all music from Purcell to The Who. Davina and Harry cover a range of repertoire including Tallis' 'O Nata Lux', Haydn's Symphony 99 and also Pou

In this episode, Davina is joined by the internationally renowned, award-winning baroque violinist, Rachel Podger. They discuss her flourishing career as a violinist, director and soloist with the world's finest early music ensembles, the movement of historically informed performance, her passion for teaching at the finest music conservatoires and their mutual love of Bach.