The Lark Ascending: The Music of the British Landscape

A gorgeous history of Britain's landscapes and the music that it inspires.
Written by one of our most celebrated music writers, The Lark Ascending is a lyrical exploration of how Britain's history and identity has been shaped by the mysterious relationship between music and nature.
Through a series of "headphone walks" and reflective interviews with musicians and filmmakers, Richard King listens closely to Britain’s rural landscapes and the compositions of musicians inspired by its beauty ...