The brand new album from Nicola Benedetti is out now! Listen to works by internationally acclaimed jazz musician Wynton Marsalis, performed by one of the UK’s favourite violinists: https://decca.lnk.to/BenedettiMarsalisFP “It has been a privilege to learn and perform these two inspired and unequivocal masterpieces, and to deepen my understanding of Wynton’s compositional language, cultural richness and philosophical insights.” - Benedetti The Philadelphia Orchestra Cristian Macelaru | Decca Clas

At eight years old, Nicola Benedetti was leading the National Children's Orchestra. How did she cope with this huge responsibility at such a young age? The violinist explores her career and influences with John Wilson tonight at 9pm on BBC Four and BBC iPlayer on This Cultural Life: https://bbc.in/3T5sjfq | BBC Arts