This video from October 2016 shows a complete performance of Mahler’s Symphony No 5 by the Academy Symphony Orchestra. This performance in the Duke’s Hall was conducted by Edward Gardner, Sir Charles Mackerras Chair of Conducting at the Academy.

One of the most performed of Mahler’s symphonies, the piece opens with an instantly recognisable trumpet solo.

Jump ahead to 45:50 to hear the beautiful Adagietto movement, written as a love song to his wife, the composer, musician and writer Alma Mahler.

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