Rachel Nicholls and the BBCSO, conducted by Ilan Volkov, gave a wonderful premiere of 'The Crimson Bird' on February 17th, 2017. The Guardian critic wrote:

'Rachel Nicholls delivered a gleaming, soaring performance in Nicola LeFanu's fiery new concertante.'

'The Crimson Bird' is available on BBC R3 player until March 16th.