Svendsen
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 Juni 20111h 5min
Satie
Donald Macleod explores the life and work of Erik Satie, arguably one of the most peculiar, enigmatic and misunderstood figures in musical history
10 Juni 20111h 4min
Mahler
Donald Macleod explores the last decade of Mahler's life, known as the 'Alma' years.
3 Juni 201158min
Carl Philipp Emmanuel Bach
Donald Macleod explores the life and music of CPE Bach, and discovers that there is more to him than his famous name.
27 Maj 201158min
George Gershwin
Donald Macleod presents an overview of some of George Gershwin's greatest works, from both the concert stage and the world of musicals - exploring his gift for melody, and his
20 Maj 201154min
Purcell
Donald Macleod explores Henry Purcell's music for the theatre, from songs he wrote for plays in the 1680s to the semi-opera The Indian Queen, which he did not live to complete
13 Maj 201155min
Tchaikovsky
Donald Macleod investigates a little-known 'lost decade' in Tchaikovsky's life - a period the composer spent aimlessly wandering around Europe writing songs, chamber works and religious choral music.
6 Maj 201147min
Holst
Donald Macleod tells the story of one of our most celebrated English composers, Gustav Holst (1874-1934); a man who was deeply suspicious of his own celebrity. His series features many of Holst's work...
29 Apr 201150min
