Simon Morris speaks with his colleague violin expert, Steven Smith, and violin collector, philanthropist and eminent banker Jonathan Moulds CBE about the value of instruments to both the player and the investor.

Richard Tognetti and Satu Vänskä

May 18th, 2020 34m 37s

Richard Tognetti, the Artistic Director and lead violin of the Australian Chamber Orchestra, and Satu Vänskä, the orchestra’s principal violin speak with Simon Morris about their extraordinary range of work as musicians and composers.

Alan Gilbert

May 11th, 2020 34m 23s

Conductor and violinist, Alan Gilbert, chats to Simon Morris about growing up in a family of violinists and his thoughts on life and music as a conductor during these unprecedented times.

Sir Michael Hill

May 1st, 2020 30m 4s

Simon chats with Sir Michael about his early days as a violin player, his violin competition, his astounding success in business and his unique philosophy on life.

Paul Cassidy of the The Brodsky Quartet

May 1st, 2020 29m 14s

Simon Morris chats with Paul Cassidy on growing up in Northern Ireland as the youngest of 16 children and what it's like to be part of a successful quartet for over 40 years.

Joshua Bell and Harvey de Souza

Apr 27th, 2020 36m 24s

Acclaimed soloist Joshua Bell discusses music, life and lock-down with old friend and colleague, Harvey de Souza, leader of the Academy of St Martin in the Fields. Presented by Simon Morris, J & A Beare.

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