Composer of the Week Episodes Available now

CPE Bach
Donald Macleod tells the story of the loss - and later rediscovery - of CPE Bach’s music

Fryderyk Chopin
Donald Macleod explores “the poet of the piano”, Fryderyk Chopin.

Jacques Offenbach
Donald Macleod on Jacques Offenbach - maestro of the Cancan and much more besides.

England's Golden Age
Donald Macleod introduces six composers who flourished under the rule of Elizabeth I

Dmitry Shostakovich
Donald Macleod explores Dmitry Shostakovich through the lens of his family life

Igor Stravinsky
Donald Macleod surveys the life and music of Russian-born composer Igor Stravinsky

Amy Beach
Donald Macleod follows Amy Beach’s quest to create a uniquely American sound in her music

Handel, Messiah and Dublin
Donald Macleod tells the real story behind one of music's most popular masterpieces

Alban Berg
Donald Macleod surveys the life, loves and music of Alban Berg

Joseph Haydn
Donald Macleod explores the prolific life of Joseph Haydn, with a spotlight on his masses