Composer of the Week - Gustav Mahler
Donald Macleod surveys Mahler's last, eventful years, which were marked by both misfortune and personal success. With excerpts from all ten of Mahler's symphonies as well as historic audio excerpts
Composer of the Week - Gustav Mahler - 1907-1908
Donald Macleod explores Mahler's last years, focusing on his departure from Europe to America after several personal tragedies. With Symphony Nos 2 and 4 plus Das Lied von der Erde.
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Composer of the Week - Gustav Mahler - 1908-1909
Donald Macleod explores how Mahler settled into life in New York and his first experiences conducting the city's orchestras.
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Composer of the Week - Gustav Mahler - 1909-1910
Donald Macleod explores Mahler's life in New York, where he had a successful second season as a conductor before learning of his wife's affair with a German architect.
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Composer of the Week - Gustav Mahler - Episode 4
Donald Macleod describes the start of Mahler's last full season in New York, as he fought to present an image of marital harmony and tensions appeared between him and his orchestra.
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Composer of the Week - Gustav Mahler - Legacy
Donald Macleod appraises Mahler's American legacy as US-based conductors built on his work with the New York Philharmonic, championing his cause and helping his music's popularity.
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