Composer of the Week Episodes Available now
Dietrich Buxtehude (c1637 – 1707)
Donald Macleod explores the life and works of organist and composer Dietrich Buxtehude.
Claudio Monteverdi (1567-1643)
Donald explores Claudio Monteverdi, a key figure in the development of Western music.
Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827)
Donald Macleod explores Beethoven’s life as a set of themes and variations.
Maurice Ravel (1875-1937)
Donald Macleod explores Ravel’s meteoric rise to fame.
Hélène de Montgeroult (1764-1836)
Donald explores the revolutionary French composer Hélène de Montgeroult.
Jean-Philippe Rameau (1683-1764)
Donald Macleod marks the 'Tour de France' cycle race with French composers during July.
Tomás Luis de Victoria (1548-1611)
Donald Macleod surveys famed Spanish composer Tomás Luis de Victoria.
Dvořák and America
Donald Macleod explores Dvořák’s American years and uncovers what he achieved there.
Handel and the Crown
Donald Macleod explores Handel’s crucial relationship with the British monarchy.
Vaughan Williams Today 4/4
Donald Macleod returns for the final week of Vaughan Williams Today.
