BBC Proms - 2008 - Prom 53: Prokofiev, Tchaikovsky - Prom 53 - Part 1

From the Royal Albert Hall, London. Presented by Martin Handley. The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra under conductor Daniele Gatti perform an all-Russian programme that suits his flair for colour and emotional intensity. Prokofiev's ballet score Romeo and Juliet tells story of Shakespeare's star-crossed lovers and includes some of his most popular music. Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Daniele Gatti (conductor) Prokofiev: Romeo and Juliet (excerpts).