London Symphony Orchestra: Half Six Fix – Mahler

Mahler’s Fourth, written at the turn of the 20th century, is one of his most accessible symphonies. It’s a masterpiece of contrasts – the sweeping opening movement gives way to the sinister dance of the second movement and a hymn-like, contemplative third. Symphony No 4’s heart, however, lies in its finale, a tender setting for soprano and orchestra of a poem painting a child’s glimpse of heaven.