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Add to PlaylistEmma Rawicz and Gavin Higgins take us from Aldeburgh to Bicycle TownSaxophonist, composer and bandleader Emma Rawicz, and composer Gavin Higgins, join Anna Phoebe and Jeffrey Boakye as they add the next five tracks.From a Muddy Waters masterpiece, they take us to Aldeburgh for Benjamin Britten's tragic tale, before jumping on their bicycles and heading to Copenhagen for an audacious saxophone composition.The five tracks in this week's playlist:Mannish Boy by Muddy Waters
The Passacaglia from Peter Grimes by Benjamin Britten
Bicycle Town, Pt 1 by Marius Neset
Egyptian Reggae by Jonathan Richman and The Modern Lovers
Bad Reputation by Joan Jett and...2024-06-0742 min
OpiumHet gesprek - Madelief Hohé (15 september 2023)Brecht van Hulten in gesprek met Madelief Hohé, conservator mode en kostuum bij Kunstmuseum Den Haag.
Vivienne Westwood, Alexander McQueen, Stella McCartney, maar ook de maatkleding van Savile Row, Britse kostschooluniformen, de Schotse ruit, sportkleding, kleding van de Britse Royal Family, hoeden voor Ascot van Philip Treacy en Stephen Jones: de Britten hebben hun stempel stevig weten te drukken op de modegeschiedenis. En denk daarbij zeker niet alleen aan keurige, conservatieve maatkleding. In Engeland hadden ook de rebellen van Swinging London, punks en skinheads invloed op het modebeeld. Net als de Britse royals zelf, en dan vooral de...2023-09-1513 min
The Modern DemocracyIn Conversation: Deyi WuIn this second instalment of the 2023 'In Conversation' series, we interview former President of the NSW Young Liberals, Deyi Wu. We discuss where the Liberal Party needs to go following the outcome of the 2022 and 2023 elections, her journey into politics, and her advice for young people wanting to access political spaces. Listen to learn about Deyi's insights on Australian politics!2023-05-0133 minThe Modern DemocracyEpisode 9 - 2023 NSW State ElectionWhat are our major parties offering voters in 2023? What key issues are up for debate in NSW? How do these policies compare, and what are the positives and negatives? In this comparative episode, we analyse the different policies that the Liberal and Labor parties are offering us in the 2023 State Election. By listening, you should have a clearer idea of what's happening this year in NSW. 2023-03-1921 minThe Modern DemocracyIn Conversation: Lucy SkeltonIn this debut episode of the 2023 'In Conversation' series, we interview Lucy Skelton. After running for Victorian State Parliament for the seat of Kew at just 19, Lucy's involvement in Australian politics & climate justice activism has inspired a new generation of emerging female leaders. Listen to discover her insights on young women in politics, intersectionality and her journey in Australian politics! 2023-01-3034 minThe Modern DemocracyEpisode 7 - The Indigenous VoiceWhat is the Indigenous Voice to Parliament? What would it do for Australia? What are the arguments for and against? In today's episode, we simplify upcoming debate on the potential 2023 Constitutional Referendum. By analysing what the Indigenous Voice really is, and its national response, learn about how this reform could change Australia. 2023-01-0917 minThe Modern DemocracyEpisode 3 - Australia's Housing CrisisEver wanted to purchase property in Australia? Or understand the reasons why property prices keep skyrocketing? In this episode, we're talking about the housing crisis - what it even is, what has caused it, what potential solutions exist, and what it means for ordinary Australians. By simplifying complex legislative reforms and major economic issues, listen to understand why housing affordability is scarce in our current political climate. 2023-01-0715 minThe Modern DemocracyEpisode 6 - Berejiklian & PerrottetWhy did our popular Premier resign? What does this resignation hold for the future of NSW? Why is Dominic Perrottet's appointment a cause for concern? In this episode, we delve into the nuances and causes of this resignation, to understand how this is changing our state and the national political landscape. 2023-01-0724 minThe Modern DemocracyEpisode 5 - COVID-19, Christian Porter, AUKUS and the Federal ElectionIn this conversational episode, I'm joined by Labor member @nordin_labor to talk about our current happenings in Australian politics. 2023-01-0751 minThe Modern DemocracyEpisode 4 - #auspolroundupWhat are 'Coalition tax policies', why did Labor support them, and how will they impact young people? What is pork-barrelling and what are the car park rorts? How has Brittany Higgins impacted women's safety in Government? Join us to answer these questions in the weekly world of Australian politics to simplify these events and discuss why they matter. 2023-01-0719 minThe Modern DemocracyEpisode 2 - Liberal v. LaborThrough the slogans, promises and quick turnovers of our PMs, it can be virtually impossible to see the difference between our two major parties, the Liberal Party and the Labor Party. This episode delves into the historic and modern differences between these two entities that regularly dominate our everyday discourse, comparing and contrasting their standings on issues that face us today. 2023-01-0714 minThe Modern DemocracyEpisode 1 - How does the Government work in Australia?The workings and mechanisms of the Australian Government are something we are never really taught, and we are only every provided with either vague information or an overwhelming amount of detail. In this episode, we outline how the Australian Government actually works - what it is, what it's made up of, it's powers and it's major players at the federal, state and local levels. 2023-01-0719 minThe Modern DemocracyEpisode 0 - Welcome!Politics is something that dominates every aspect of our daily conversations - listen to The Modern Democracy to learn something and better understand what's going on up on the hill in Canberra!2023-01-0602 min
Great Sacred MusicThursday 29th December: The Gate of the YearLed by Andrew Earis with music from St Martin's Voices directed by Andrew Earis and accompanied by Phoebe Tak Man Chow.
Ring out, wild bells – Thomas Gibbs
What cheer? – William Walton
Jesus soll die Losung sein – Max Reger
A New Year Carol – Benjamin Britten
New Year – John Rutter
Auld lang syne – arr. Steven Griffin
This season of Great Sacred Music has been supported by the Foundation of St Martin-in-the-Fields, London.2022-12-3030 min