Chris Christodoulou has been honing his focus on conductors in past Proms seasons to wonderful effect, but this year has produced a galaxy of master portraits that outdoes even the immortal cartoons of Gerard Hoffnung in entertainment value. We’ve featured many of them throughout our reviews of two months of Proms. Here Chris makes his selection of favourites. Click on a picture to enter the slideshow. All pictures © Chris Christodoulou.
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The Art of Conducting 2010
Maestros in full flight are unwittingly entertaining, as Chris Christodoulou's photos show
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Accordion virtuoso’s brilliant arrangements showcase the possibilities of the instrument
Ancient Scottish musical traditions explored through the lens of today, and a short teaser for some of opera's greatest moments
Szymanowski’s fantasy more vague than Berlioz’s, but both light up the hall
Another breath of fresh air in the chamber orchestra’s approach to the classics
Julia Perry well worth her place alongside Stravinsky and Bartók
German art songs, French piano concertos and entertaining contemporary music
Panache but little inner serenity in a risky three-part marathon
The Jordanian pianist presents a magic carpet of dizzyingly contrasting styles
Early music group passes a milestone still at the top of its game
Craftsmanship and appeal in this 'Concerto for Orchestra' - and game-playing with genre
Fresh takes on Janáček's 'Jenůfa' and Bizet's 'Carmen' are on the menu
Swiss contemporary music, plus two cello albums and a versatile clarinettist remembered
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