Composer of the Week Episodes Available now
The Essential Bryars—Gavin Bryars
Gavin Bryars talks to Kate Molleson about some of his more recent projects.
the Mastery of Middle Age—Gavin Bryars
Kate Molleson and Gavin discuss why ‘established’ doesn’t necessarily mean ‘establishment’
Fame and Fortitude—Gavin Bryars
Gavin Bryars tells Kate Molleson about the shock of achieving massive mainstream success.
Embracing Medea—Gavin Bryars
Kate Molleson asks Gavin about his early policy of saying ‘yes’ to every opportunity.
On the outside, looking out—Gavin Bryars
Kate Molleson meets the much-loved composer, whose career defies categorisation.
Crowning Gloria—Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina (c.1525-1594)
5/5 Palestrina joins a collective, gets tempting job offers and even becomes a businessman.
Flourishing in Independence—Barbara Strozzi (1619-1677)
4/5 Exploring the period when Barbara Strozzi’s career as a composer flourished.
Vidman—Barbara Strozzi (1619-1677)
3/5 Examining the role Giovanni Paolo Vidman played in Barbara Strozzi’s life.
To be a woman—Barbara Strozzi (1619-1677)
2/5 Exploring how Barbara Strozzi navigated the 17th-century male-dominated music scene.
Raised for success—Barbara Strozzi (1619-1677)
1/5 Donald Macleod and Laurie Stras explore Barbara Strozzi’s early success as a singer.
