Academy of Ancient Music: my favourite recordings, by Laurence Cummings
- Monday, November 13, 2023
In celebration of the orchestra’s 50th anniversary, AAM Music Director Laurence Cummings looks back at some of his favourite AAM recordings
In celebration of the orchestra’s 50th anniversary, AAM Music Director Laurence Cummings looks back at some of his favourite AAM recordings
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