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204: Britten Sinfonia at Addenbrooke's Hospital Thoroughly Good Classical Music Podcast

In this episode, Jon Jacob joins Britten Sinfonia and medical professionals at Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge to explore how live music brings moments of connection and calm in clinical settings. Recorded during hospital visits, the conversation reveals how music supports recovery and emotional wellbeing in the most challenging of environments.
  1. 204: Britten Sinfonia at Addenbrooke's Hospital
  2. 203: Composer Oliver Davis introduces his new album 'Life'
  3. 202: Bristol Beacon CEO Simon Wales
  4. 201: Britten Pears Arts CEO Andrew Comben
  5. 200: Mezzo-soprano Jennifer Johnston
  • The orchestra at the hospital bedside: why this podcast had to be different

    The orchestra at the hospital bedside: why this podcast had to be different

    Documenting the Britten Sinfonia’s collaboration with NHS Foundation Arts Residency at Addenbrooke’s Hospital for the Thoroughly Good Classical Music Podcast

  • Cheltenham’s Opportunity

    Cheltenham’s Opportunity

    Cheltenham’s 30% ticket sales boost is a headline moment—but look closer, and a bigger story emerges. What’s the festival’s next big idea, and how will new Artistic Director Jack Bazalgette define its future?