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Donald Macleod explores the life and music of unsung baroque hero Francesco Cavalli, best known for composing more than 40 operas

22 Heinä 201154min

The life and work of Camille Saint-Saëns, who started out as a child prodigy and young maverick but in his later years became a pillar of the French musical establishment.

15 Heinä 201150min

Donald Macleod introduces the music of Gian Carlo Menotti - a composer who stood apart from his age, creating delightful operas when the genre was considered nearly moribund.

8 Heinä 201152min

Donald Macleod explores the life and work of Franz Schubert, introducing music from across the range of his prodigious output and reflecting on the colourful but ill-fated life of a complex character

1 Heinä 201151min

To accompany Light Fantastic, Radio 3's celebration of light music, Donald Macleod explores the world of British light music with his studio guest, singer, conductor and broadcaster Brian Kay

24 Kesä 20111h 13min

Donald Macleod marks the centenary of Johan Svendsen, who became a Norwegian cultural hero as composer, conductor and saviour of a faltering musical tradition

17 Kesä 20111h 5min

Donald Macleod explores the last decade of Mahler's life, known as the 'Alma' years.

3 Kesä 201158min