About this programme

Sarah Walker introduces a selection of music, including the Essential CD of the Week: Romantic Overtures, by the London Classical Players, conducted by Roger Norrington. 9.30 A daily brainteaser and performances by the Artist of the Week: Stephen Layton and his choir, Polyphony. 10.30 In the week marking the 50th anniversary of the consecration of the new St Michael's Cathedral in Coventry, Sarah's guest is the architect Ptolemy Dean, who specialises in historic preservation, as well as designing new buildings that are in keeping with their historic settings. He shares some of his essential pieces of classical music. 11.00 Messiaen: Turangalîla Symphony (excerpt). The Building a Library recommendation from Saturday's CD Review.