Synopsis

This recording, the final of four Proms introduced by James Naughtie at London’s Royal Albert Hall, features Grieg's Piano Concerto in A minor. A staple of the concert pianist's repertoire, renowned for its difficulty and beauty, the concerto is performed by Ilya Itin, winner of the Leeds International Piano Competition, alongside the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Vassily Sinaisky. Providing a contrasting element to Grieg’s distinctly Scandinavian melodies, the program also includes T