The Magic of Mozart at the Proms, airing on BBC Four on Saturday, 7 September 2024, celebrates the genius of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, one of the most celebrated composers in the classical music canon. The episode, presented by Katie Derham, features special guest Sheila Hancock and includes the Royal Albert Hall stage debut of Ensemble Resonanz, conducted by Riccardo Minasi.
The concert includes a selection of Mozart’s most renowned and beloved compositions, including highlights from his operas The Marriage of Figaro and Don Giovanni. Mozart’s extraordinary talent and enduring popularity lie in his ability to create music that is at once sophisticated and accessible, combining complex musical structures with memorable melodies.
The Magic of Mozart at the Proms airs on Saturday, 7 September 2024, at 8:25 pm on BBC Four.
