Brooklands Radio Classical Collection

Classical Collection 1st April 2012

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 6 Apr 2012 10:39:01 GMT

Celia Jones talks to Sarah Burston, Musical Director of the Walton & Oatlands Choral Society about her music background, the history of the choir and future performances.

Classical Collection 18th December 2011

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 22 Dec 2011 15:59:40 GMT

Celia Jones talks to local flautist and composer Colleen Muriel, mezzo-soprano Alison Wheeler and organist Julian Callows about their new Christmas CD, supporting the Sam Beare Hospice, Weybridge, and playing extracts.

Classical Collection 4th December 2011

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 13 Dec 2011 16:29:43 GMT

Celia Jones talks to Christopher Goldsack, local baritone and founder of the Promenade Choirs. He talks about their formation and his singing career and future concerts - details at www.promenade.org.uk

Classical Collection 20th November 2011

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 23 Nov 2011 10:53:04 GMT

Celia Jones talks to Matthew Rickard, local pianist specialising in chamber music and accompaniment, who runs a series of classical music concerts at the beautiful historic church of St Peter's in Old Woking.

Classical Collection 23rd October 2011

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 26 Oct 2011 17:22:12 GMT

Celia's guest this week is local opera singer and teacher Cathy Pope, on a return visit, talks about the early Swedish opera singers and a forthcoming concert in aid of the Musicians Benevolent Fund at Riverhouse in Walton in December.

Classical Collection 18th September 2011

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 21 Sep 2011 14:05:24 GMT

Celia's guest this week is Suzanne Connor, Artists Liaison for the Oxshott & Cobham Music Society talking about the next season's concerts and details of the programme, including their Celebrity Concerts.

Classical Collection 11th September 2011

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 13 Sep 2011 14:31:47 GMT

Brian Forsdick and Roger Powell from the Weybridge Male Voice Choir are Celia's guests this week, talking about the formation of the choir, their forthcoming 90th anniversary concert and some memorable events from the past.

Classical Collection 10th July 2011

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 14 Jul 2011 15:29:50 GMT

Celia's guest this week is Julian Black, Musical Director and founder of Ardente Opera, who will be performing at the Sunbury & Shepperton Arts Festival at Riverside Arts Centre in Sunbury-on-Thames, 9-17th July.

Classical Collection 26th June 2011

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 14 Jul 2011 15:26:27 GMT

Peter Croser, local pianist, makes a return visit this week, to talk about his recent, and future, performances, in particular at the Sunbury & Shepperton Arts Festival which runs from 9-17th July.

Classical Collection 12th June 2011

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 17 Jun 2011 18:37:37 GMT

Jenny Sohl, violinist from Woking Symphony Orchestra was Celia's guest this week, talkiing about her musical past and her current involvement with Ashford Baroque Ensemble and the Surrey Mozart Players.

Classical Collection 22nd May 2011

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 26 May 2011 11:38:29 GMT

This week Celia talks to Thomas Carroll, cellist and conductor, on a return visit to talk about the creation of his new CD and his experiences over the past year including his video on YouTube.

Classical Collection 8th May 2011

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 12 May 2011 18:20:27 GMT

Celia's guest this week is John Kirby, a bass singer with the Weybridge Male Voice Choir and one of their PR Officers. He talks about his love of classical music and the forthcoming 90th anniversary of the choir.

Classical Collection 17th Apr 2011

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 22 Apr 2011 10:15:24 GMT

Ray Burton, Chairman of Genesis Chorale in West Byfleet is Celia's guest this week. He talks about the history of the choir and his experiences as Chairman.

Classical Collection 10th Apr 2011

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 15 Apr 2011 17:54:03 GMT

Celia's guest this week is Ray Blues, Musical Director of the Elmbridge U3A Choir and member of the Chantry Singers in Guildford. Having sung in choirs from an early age he has many choral experiences to relate.

Classical Collection 3rd Apr 2011

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 30 Mar 2011 18:52:26 GMT

Steve Walker is Celia's guest this week. He is a violinist with Woking Symphony Orchestra and plays flute in solo and chamber music performances. He talks about the orchestra and future concerts.

Classical Collection 27th Mar 2011

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 30 Mar 2011 18:52:26 GMT

Celia's guest this week is locally based pianist, Benjamin Woodley. He has performed at venues both at home and abroad as a soloist and accompanist/chamber musician, including the Moscow Conservatoire and Castello Caetani, Italy.

Classical Collection 20th Mar 2011

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 23 Mar 2011 12:28:04 GMT

Guests this week are Stephen Webster, clarinet player and Linda Marley, pianist, who are both members of the Kingston & District Chamber Music Society. They talk about their music and an upcoming concert on 2nd April in Sunbury.

Classical Collection 13th Mar 2011

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 17 Mar 2011 11:24:17 GMT

Gwenllian Davies is Celia's guest this week. She is a locally based freelance oboe player who has worked with many orchestras and chamber groups around the world. She talks about her experiences and the history of the oboe.

Classical Collection 6th Mar 2011

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 10 Mar 2011 17:33:25 GMT

Celia's guest this week is Nicolas Chisholm, who was headmaster of The Yehudi Menuhin School in Stoke d'Abernon for the past 22 years, having retired in August 2010. He talks about his memories of the school and his forthcoming MBE investiture.

Classical Collection 27th Feb 2011

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 4 Mar 2011 12:35:24 GMT

Corinne Sharp is Celia's guest this week, a local musician who plays percussion and baroque recorder and flute. She talks about her musical career both in the UK and USA and some memorable performances.

Classical Collection 20th Feb 2011

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 26 Feb 2011 15:26:17 GMT

This week's guest is Cathy Pope, local classically trained singer, who has had a successful, international operatic career. She talks about her past experiences and a forthcoming singing masterclass. Presented by Celia Jones.

Classical Collection 6th Feb 2011

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 9 Jan 2011 15:03:12 GMT

Celia's guest this week is Catherine Black, joint chair of the Sunbury & Shepperton Arts Association and committee member of the Riverside Arts Centre in Sunbury. She talks about their histories and future concerts.

Classical Collection 23rd Jan 2011

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 29 Jan 2011 10:56:56 GMT

Celia's guest this week is Graham Campbell founder of a new classical music charity in Elmbridge, The Anne Campbell Charitable Trust. He talks about a forthcoming concert on 30th April, and a potential scholarship opportunity.

Classical Collection 16th Jan 2011

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 20 Jan 2011 12:22:21 GMT

Janet Lewis, Founder and Director of English Youth Ballet is Celia's guest this week. She talks about her ballet career and the February auditions in Woking for EYB for performances in September.

Classical Collection 9th Jan 2011

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 16 Jan 2011 18:55:46 GMT

Celia's guest is Douglas Reed, Musical Director and organist at All Saints Church, Weston Green, Esher. He talks about his musical background and his forthcoming musical evening of recorded classical music.

Classical Collection 5th Dec 10

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 11 Dec 2010 15:14:11 GMT

Guests this week are Susan Higgins, Director of the Walton & Oatlands Choral Society and Nigel Evans-Thompson, Director of the Laudamus Chamber Choir, talking about their forthcoming concert and future plans. Presented by Celia Jones

Classical Collection 28th Nov 10

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 23 Nov 2010 22:28:07 GMT

Celia is joined by Clare Deniz, cellist and Rose Andresier, classical guitarist, who performed live in the studio earlier the same day. They talk about forthcoming concerts and play their music. Presented by Celia Jones.

Classical Collection 21st Nov 10

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 23 Nov 2010 22:27:59 GMT

This week's guest is Colleen Muriel, Canadian born flautist and composer, now based in West Molesey. She talks about her experiences over the decades and the joys of composing. Presented by Celia Jones.

Classical Collection 7th Nov 10

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 17 Nov 2010 15:50:50 GMT

This week's guest is Roy Stratford, who has been the conductor of Woking Symphony Orchestra for 26 years. He is also a pianist, teacher and lecturer. Presented (with fireworks in the background) by Celia Jones.

Classical Collection 10th Oct 10

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 16 Oct 2010 11:02:22 GMT

Petro von Wielligh is this week's guest - South African born flautist based in Walton-on-Thames. She is an orchestral flautist and teaches at schools and privately. Presented by Celia Jones.

Classical Collection 26th Sept 10

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 3 Oct 2010 17:07:59 GMT

Miranda Ashe is this week's guest - Head of Music at the Lady Eleanor Holles School in Hampton and Director of The Holles Singers, finalists in the Choir of the Year Competition 2010. Presented by Celia Jones.

Classical Collection 19th Sept 10

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 24 Sep 2010 15:21:51 GMT

This week's guest is Janet Shell, local mezzo-soprano, who also teaches and runs master classes. She also founded Talking Voice for active voice management and communication skills. Presented by Celia Jones.

Classical Collection 12th Sept 10

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 15 Sep 2010 15:54:34 GMT

This week's guests are Christine Townsend, violinist, and Stephen Robbings, pianist, two local classical musicians who perform individually, and together as Duo Dunamis. Presented by Celia Jones.

Classical Collection 22nd Aug 10

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 29 Aug 2010 17:18:15 GMT

This week's guest is Kate Murdoch, SE Regional Development Officer for Making Music, the National Federation of Music Societies. Presented by Celia Jones.

Classical Collection 15th Aug 10

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 20 Aug 2010 00:51:41 GMT

This week's guest is Elizabeth Nash, Weybridge-based soprano and classical singer, teacher of piano and singing and part of Musica Primavera with baritone Michael Mulvey. Presented by Celia Jones.

Classical Collection 25th July 10

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 20 Aug 2010 00:51:41 GMT

This week's guests are Valia Hadley and Lewis Orchard, Chairman and Secretary of the Woking Concert Society, talking about the Society and their 2010/2011 season of concerts. Presented by Celia Jones.

Classical Collection 11th July 10

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 16 Jul 2010 22:09:42 GMT

This week’s guest was Christopher Smith, Laleham-based pianist and organist for the St Mary Magdalene Church in Littleton. Presented by Celia Jones.

Classical Collection 4th July 10

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 6 Jul 2010 18:41:56 GMT

This week’s guest is Tony Kinsey, local composer and musician. Presented by Celia Jones.

Classical Collection 6th June 10

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 20 Jun 2010 18:44:25 GMT

This week’s guest is Anne Crockford from Ember Choral Society based in Thames Ditton. They performed Bach’s Mass in B Minor on 5th June at the Holy Trinity Church in Claygate. Presented by Celia Jones.

Classical Collection 23rd May 10

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 20 Jun 2010 18:44:25 GMT

This week's guest is the harpist Eleanor Turner. Eleanor, a graduate of the Royal College of Music, performs regularly locally with recent guest Rowena Cavert. Presented by Celia Jones.

Classical Collection 9th May 10

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 20 Jun 2010 18:44:25 GMT

This week's guest is Thomas Carroll, local cellist and major prize winner in international competitions. He is a teacher at the Yehudi Menuhin School and the Royal Academy, and is taking up the challenge of conducting. Presented by Celia Jones.

Classical Collection 2nd May 10

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 5 May 2010 21:36:27 GMT

This week's guest is Peter Croser, local pianist and accompanist who recently performed with Oliver Nelson at the Riverhouse Barn in Walton. He is also a music teacher at Surrey University. Presented by Celia Jones.

Classical Collection 25th Apr10

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 21:50:38 +0100

This week's guest is Dr Millan Sachania, musicologist, author of 32 books and joint Chairman of the Sunbury & Shepperton Arts Association, talks about his studies and love of classical music. Presented by Celia Jones.

Classical Collection 18th Apr 10

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — Sun, 25 Apr 2010 20:24:49 +0100

This week's guest is Jonny Hennessey-Brown, cellist and founder of the Santiago Quartet who recently performed at the Guildford Spring Music Festival. Presented by Celia Jones.

Classical Collection 4th Apr 10

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 00:31:26 +0100

This week's guest is the pianist and Guildhall graduate Alison Rhind. Presented by Celia Jones.

Classical Collection 21st Mar 10

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 18:18:49 +0000

This week's guest is cellist Rowena Calvert. She is based in Kingston and performs regularly in the local area. A former student of the Yehudi Menuhin school Rowena has played around the world and has recently released her first solo CD. With Celia Jones

Classical Collection 14th Mar 10

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 15 Mar 2010 22:29:34 GMT

This week's guest is Christine Best, Musical Director of the Treble Clef Ladies Choir and the Weybridge Male Voice Choir. She also directs the St James Church choir in Weybridge where she is also the organist. Presented by Celia Jones.

Classical Collection 7th Mar 10

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 9 Mar 2010 17:34:40 GMT

This week's guest is Nicolas Chisholm, who has been Headmaster of the Yehudi Menuhin School, in Cobham, for the last 22 years. Presented by Celia Jones.

Classical Collection 28th Feb 10

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 19:35:10 +0000

This week's guest is Clare Deniz, cellist, who has recently performed at the Riverside Arts Centre in Sunbury. Presented by Celia Jones.

Classical Collection 21st Feb 10

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 19:21:55 +0000

This week's guest is Peter Terry, Founder and Chairman of the Guildford Spring Music Festival. Presented by Celia Jones.

Classical Collection 7th Feb 10

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 22:29:21 +0000

This week's guest is Christopher Goldsack, baritone and founder of the Promenade Choirs. Presented by Celia Jones.

Classical Collection 24th Jan 2010

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 26 Jan 2010 19:50:20 GMT

Celia Jones' guest this week is Avril Gilbert, Chairman of the A Capella Singers of Weybridge.

Classical Collection 17th Jan 2010

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 25 Jan 2010 19:35:34 GMT

This week's guest is Pat Halling, leader of the Quartet Pro Musica, which is celebrating its 55th year.

Classical Collection 20th Dec 2009

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 14 Jan 2010 20:46:42 GMT

This week's guest is Loretta Howells from the RC Sheriff Trust.

Classical Collection 13th Dec 2009

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 20:46:42 +0000

This week's guest is Susan Segal, artistic director of Riverhouse in Walton.

Classical Collection 6th Dec 2009

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 20:46:42 +0000

This week's guest is Tom Bell who is the organist and director of music to the parish of Esher.

Classical Collection 29th Nov 2009

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 20:46:42 +0000

Steve Merrony from Egham Choral joins Celia Jones on this week's programme.

Classical Collection 22nd Nov 2009

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 20:08:34 +0000

This week Georgina Colwell, Musical Director of The Albany Singers and the TWIG Singers of Hersham, talks about the two groups and selects three of her favourite classics. Presented by Celia Jones.

Classical Collection 15th Nov 2009

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 20:07:30 +0000

This week Philip Buckmaster, Musical Director of The Ashford Baroque Ensemble, talks about the ensemble and selects three of his favourite classics. Presented by Celia Jones.

Classical Collection 8th Nov 2009

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 20:06:35 +0000

This week Nigel Evans-Thompson, Musical Director of the Laudamus Chamber Choir of Addlestone, talks about the choir and selects three of his favourite classics. Presented by Celia Jones.

Classical Collection 1st Nov 2009

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 20:05:43 +0000

This week Alan Dewey from the Surrey Mozart Players, talks about the ensemble and selects three of his favourite classics. Presented by Celia Jones.

Classical Collection 25th Oct 2009

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 20:05:01 +0000

This week Tony Rogers, local musician and enthusiast, talks about his work and selects three of his favourite classics. Presented by Celia Jones.

Classical Collection 11th Oct 2009

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — 28 Nov 2009 20:04:14 GMT

This week Oliver Nelson, local violinist from Chertsey, talks about his work and selects three of his favourite classics. Presented by Celia Jones.

Classical Collection 4th Oct 2009

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 20:03:15 +0000

This week Lucia Jones, local musician and promoter talks about her work and selects three of her favourite classics. Presented by Celia Jones.

Classical Collection 27th Sept 2009

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 20:01:32 +0000

This week John Silwood from the Weybridge Male Voice Choir talks about the choir and selects three of his favourite classics. Presented by Celia Jones.

Classical Collection 20th Sept 2009

studio@brooklandsfm.co.uk (Brooklands FM) — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 18:27:21 +0000

This week Suzanne Connor from the Oxshott & Cobham Music Society talks about the society and selects three of her favourite classics. Presented by Celia Jones.