In this episode of the Academy Podcast, we get a glimpse into the mind of the sensational clarinettist Martin Fröst. We discuss Copland's Clarinet Concerto and go on the hunt for the soul of the clarinet.

This podcast was recording ahead of the Academy's January 2017 European Tour.

Musical extracts heard in this episode are from martin's 'Dances to a Black Pipe' album, reproduced here with the kind permission of BIS, and available to purchase here: Martin Fröst: Dances to a Black Pipe - BIS: BISSACD1863 - SACD or download | Presto Music 

Photo: Mats Backer