Reinventing the Orchestra with Charles Hazlewood

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  1. The Perfect Team

  45m

  Charles explores the concept of orchestral teamwork through Mozart and his 40th symphony - showcasing how composers utilise a team to full effect.

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  2. The Electronic Orchestra

  44m

  As Charles explores why the orchestra hasn't embraced electronic instruments, he discovers the reasons go far beyond technology.

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  3. Alive and Well in Your Living Room

  43m

  Using Barry White's collection of songs, Charles dispels the idea that the orchestra is niche, showing us how it flourishes in plain sight.

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  4. The Anatomy of the Orchestra

  44m

  Charles and the Paraorchestra join as one to deliver an exclusive live performance that invites the audience to wander among the players.

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  5. The Ultimate Covers Band

  45m

  In a stunning performance captured at the famous Abbey Road Studio 2, Charles and Paraorchestra are joined by award-winning composer Rylan Gleave.

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  6. Rolling Rock Song

  44m

  In the series finale, Charles casts an eye to the future with one question in mind: what role does the orchestra have in the modern world?

Cast

Charles Hazlewood

Self - Presenter