A Special Evening at Barbican Centre: The role and perceived decline of classical music

A Classical Affair: An evening with Stephen Fry

 Stephen Fry

On Monday 26 Sept 2011, Stephen Fry hosted a special evening at the Barbican to discuss the role and perceived decline of classical music in today's society and what can be done to keep its spirit alive
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With performances from rising star concert pianist James Rhodes, Sir David Tang moderating and surprise guests, the evening, captured here on film, turned out to be truly unforgettable.

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 (Photo credit: Passetti)

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