Front Row

Maria Callas, Johnny Flynn and Robert Macfarlane, Rory Pilgrim

Nov 27, 2023

Three fascinating guests, Maria Callas, Johnny Flynn, and Robert Macfarlane, explore diverse topics including the achievements of Maria Callas in opera, the collaborative process and their love for nature, walking and songwriting, the power of literature and cultural events, and the influence of Quakerism on art in a captivating and thought-provoking podcast.

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Robert Macfarlane

Maria Callas

Johnny Flynn

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Quick takeaways

Maria Callas had a unique ability to fully embody characters and connect deeply with the roles she portrayed, setting her apart in the world of opera.

Rory Pilgrim's music composition process involves collaboration with singers and the use of sketches and drawings, with visuals in the form of paintings accompanying the music.

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Introduction

2min

Exploring Nature and Walking: A Conversation with Johnny Flynn and Robert McFarlane

16min

Conversation about a new album, upcoming appearances, and Maria Callas

2min

Maria Callas: A Gifted Opera Singer's Unique Voice

13min

Cultural Events, Booker Prize Announcement, and the Power of Literature

2min

The Turner Prize Winner Announcement and Rory Pilgrim's Interview

4min

Collaboration, Songwriting, and Painting

6min

For what would have been the 100th birthday of soprano Maria Callas, Front Row brought together singer Dame Sarah Connolly and music critic Fiona Maddocks to reassess her achievements and influence in the world of opera.

After successfully teaming up during the pandemic to create the album, Lost in the Cedar Wood, musician and actor Johnny Flynn and nature writer and poet Robert Macfarlane talk to Tom about their second collaboration – The Moon Also Rises, and Johnny performs live in the Front Row studio.

Rory Pilgrim is one of the artists shortlisted for this year’s Turner Prize. He discusses his work which combines song writing, composition, films, texts, drawings, paintings and live performances.

Presenter: Tom Sutcliffe Producer: Ciaran Bermingham