Mahler's London
This programme looks at Mahler's visit to London during the summer of 1892. Mahler was contracted to conduct opera and gave ground-breaking performances that were the talk of the town.
Architect Keith Clarke and historian Richard Burnip describes the atmosphere Mahler experienced — a magnificent city teeming with activity.
You will witness detailed aspects of his visit — where he lived and worked, key landmarks, other historical perspectives including public figures of the day and critical responses to Mahler's extraordinary genius.
The clatter of horses' hooves, magnificent buildings, evocative squares, splendid accommodation boasting world class vistas and an expectant opera-going public made Mahler's visit here special in every respect. This 35-minute programme celebrates Mahler's London — his response to this place and why his visit was so special.