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Classic FM at the Bristol Proms
All the behind-the-scenes fun and games from when Classic FM decamped to the opening day of the Bristol Proms - featuring presenters, artists and some proper behind-the-magic action.
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1. Jamie Crick
Jamie on the airwaves during Classic FM's away day at the Bristol Proms.
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2. The Bristol Proms
Excellent chalkboard logo skills from the Old Vic team, especially on the red 'f'...
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3. John Brunning
John relaxes in the Old Vic foyer before taking to the airwaves for Monday's Drive.
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4. Jan Lisiecki in interview
We were lucky enough to get a quick chat with pianist Jan Lisiecki on stage at the Old Vic.
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5. John Brunning and team
All hands on deck for John Brunning's show from the foyer of the Old Vic.
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6. Jan Lisiecki
We were in a great spot in the audience to snap the incredible young pianist Jan Lisiecki.
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7. Peter Gregson
Jane Jones chats to cellist Peter Gregson for an online interview before he dashes off to take Bach to the dancefloor.
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8. Proms programmes
The Old Vic is abuzz with the Bristol Proms
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9. Jane Jones talks to Max Hole
Jane Jones gets Universal boss Max Hole's perspective on this brand new series of concerts.
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10. The foyer at the Old Vic
Seems like classical music has always been a part of the Old Vic.
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11. St Mary Redcliffe
The stunning setting for Voces8's magical Bristol Proms concert.
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12. Dancefloor Bach workshop
We snuck in to see Peter Gregson provide the music for the Dancefloor Bach workshop at the Bristol Proms.
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13. Voces8 rehearse
The a cappella vocal ensemble get to grips with the Bristol Old Vic's space and sound (with a little help from James Bond...)
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14. Voces8 at St Mary Redcliffe
Voces8 rehearse at St Mary Redcliffe ahead of their atmospheric Bristol Proms concert (of two halves in two locations, naturally).
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15. Daniel Hope rehearses
The violinist makes sure everything is just right for his Bristol Proms of Max Richter's recomposition of Vivaldi's Four Seasons.
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16. Daniel Hope in interview
But as soon as rehearsals finish, Classic FM manage to grab him for a fantastic interview - still holding his violin!
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17. The crowd are ready...
The Bristol Prommers are ready for Daniel Hope's concert, which features stunning visuals from Play Nicely.
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18. Daniel Hope on stage
And there he is! The Bristol Proms celebration of Vivaldi, Paganini and Richter is underway!
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19. The Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra on stage
Daniel Hope is superbly assisted by the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra.
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20. Guy Johnston backstage
Who's that warming up backstage at the Bristol Proms? It's only superstar cellist Guy Johnston!
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21. Nicola Benedetti backstage
Nicola Benedetti gets ready to chat to Classic FM...
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22. Jane Jones interviews Nicola Benedetti
Sadly, they left their paint overalls at home.
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23. Waiting for interviewees
It's the only microphone the classical music world wants to speak into...
