Synopsis

A return to the Royal Albert Hall for the 1973 season's Henry Wood Promenade Concerts. Sir Charles Groves leads the National Youth Orchestra of Great Britain in Shostakovich's Symphony No. 15 in A major. "Charles Groves possesses a remarkable gift for conducting singers. I had the privilege of performing my first Verdi Requiem under his direction, and I recall his invaluable support." (Ava June)