Composer of the Week Episodes Available now
The boundary of the voice—Luciano Berio (1925-2003)
2/5 Kate Molleson explores the relationship between Berio and Cathy Berberian.
The boundaries of youth—Luciano Berio (1925-2003)
1/5 Kate Molleson explores Luciano Berio’s youth in Mussolini’s Italy.
Highs and Lows—Johann Strauss the younger
5/5 Donald Macleod explores the final years of Strauss’ life.
Romancing—Johann Strauss the younger
4/5 Donald Macleod explores the romantic intrigues of Johann Strauss II.
One Strauss—Johann Strauss the younger
3/5 Donald Macleod explores how Johann Strauss II fared after his father’s death.
Revolution—Johann Strauss the younger
2/5 Donald Macleod sees Johann Strauss II take sides, as revolution sweeps across Europe.
Waltzing in Vienna—Johann Strauss the younger
1/5 Donald Macleod explores the Vienna of Johann Strauss II, the “waltz king”.
The Last Laugh—Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)
5/5 DonaLd Macleod explores the artistic crisis of Bach’s late years.
But First, Coffee—Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)
4/5 Donald Macleod follows Bach to Leipzig, where his creativity combines with caffeine.
Köthen Calls—Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)
3/5 Donald Macleod charts the highs, lows and instrumental gems of Bach’s courtly era.