Composer of the Week Episodes Available now
Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750)
Donald Macleod follows Johann Sebastian Bach as he makes his way in the world.
Eleanor Alberga
Kate Molleson speaks to Jamaican-born composer Eleanor Alberga about her life and career.
Joaquin Rodrigo (1901-1999)
Donald Macleod explores the life of Spanish composer JoaquÃn Rodrigo.
Robert Schumann (1810-1856)
Donald Macleod explores the last years of Robert Schuman’s life
Frederick Delius (1862-1934)
Donald explores the life of Delius through five of his relationships
Dmitry Shostakovich (1906-1975)
Donald Macleod explores Dmitri Shostakovich’s life during the years of World War II
Arvo Pärt
Composer of the Week celebrates the 90th birthday of Arvo Pärt
Pyotr Il'yich Tchaikovsky (1840-1893)
Donald Macleod explores Tchaikovsky’s busy life away from home
Grace Williams (1906-1977)
Donald Macleod delves into the life and music of Welsh composer, Grace Williams
Erik Satie (1866-1925)
Donald Macleod explores the life of maverick composer Erik Satie