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Gregson keeps in tune this evening

Composer Edward Gregson will be talking about his latest CD releases on Radio 3 this evening.

Gregson
  Edward Gregson will be featured on the 'In Tune' programme this evening.

Edward Gregson will be interviewed on BBC Radio 3 this evening.

The composer will talk about his latest CD releases on the Naxos and Chandos labels — 'Complete Music for Solo Piano' and 'Music of the Angels' on the flagship arts programme 'In Tune' with presenter Sean Rafferty. (5.00pm)

https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m000mhmc

The composer who turned 75 earlier this year has enjoyed the critical spotlight in recent months with features on his works on Petroc Trelawny's popular 'Breakfast' show and on 'Essential Classics'.

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