Join Francesco Fusaro for ‘Roots and Petals’ and explore the enchanting realm of plant-inspired music. This episode of ‘Promenades’ ventures into the unique intersection of flora and melody, examining how composers like Mort Garson, Alessandro Scarlatti, Toru Takemitsu and others have drawn inspiration from the natural world. Enriching the narrative are insights from Florence Williams, Stefano Mancuso and Murray Schafer, highlighting the therapeutic effects of this journey through gardens and soundscapes.

● Track List:
○ Mort Garson, Music To Soothe The Savage Snake Plant (Arr. Enrico Gabrielli, Perf. Esecutori di Metallo su Carta)
○ Léo Delibes, Lakmé, Act I: Sous le dôme épais (Perf. Renée Fleming, Susan Graham, Philharmonia Orchestra, Sebastian Lang-Lessing)
○ Heitor Villa-Lobos, Alvorada na floresta tropical, Overture (Perf. David Montgomery, Jena Philharmonic Orchestra)
○ Alessandro Scarlatti, Le violette (Arr. Alessandro Parisotti, Perf. Teresa Berganza, Ricardo Requejo)
○ Toru Takemitsu, Spirit Garden (Perf. Marin Alsop, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra)