Reinventing the Orchestra with Charles Hazlewood

Name: Reinventing the Orchestra with Charles Hazlewood
Released: 2022-06-06T00:00:00.000Z
Cast: Charles Hazlewood

TV Show · Music · Documentary

Charles Hazlewood examines how to build an orchestra for the 21st century as he tears down dated perceptions of the orchestra and explores six aspects of what makes an ensemble fit for purpose in the modern era.

2022 · 45m

Starring Charles Hazlewood

Director Benjamin Whalley

EPISODE 1

Episode 1

Charles explores the concept of orchestral teamwork through the lens of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and his 'Symphony No 40', showcasing how composers utilise a great team to full effect.

45 min
EPISODE 2

Episode 2

As Charles explores why the orchestra has not embraced electronic instruments, he discovers that the reasons go far beyond technology.

44 min
EPISODE 3

Episode 3

Using iconic songs from the extensive catalogue of Barry White, Charles Hazlewood dispels the idea that the orchestra is merely a niche, showing how it flourishes in plain sight.

43 min
EPISODE 4

Episode 4

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

44 min
EPISODE 5

Episode 5

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

45 min
EPISODE 6

Episode 6

Charles casts an eye to the future with one question in mind as he considers what role the orchestra may have in the modern world.

44 min