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Amy Beach (1867-1944)
Donald Macleod explores the music of Amy Beach - the first truly 'American' composer, and one of the most original, distinctive and gifted US musicians of the early 20th century
First Broadcast2 Aug 2010
Latest Broadcast6 Aug 2010
Episodes5
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Arts, Culture & the MediaClassicalDiscussion & Talk
Episodes
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Composer of the Week
Amy Beach's journey from piano prodigy to respected composer and 'respectable wife'.
Aug 2010
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Composer of the Week
Donald Macleod on Amy Beach's Gaelic symphony - arguably the first real American symphony.
Aug 2010
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Composer of the Week
Donald Macleod explores the aftermath of the deaths of Amy Beach's husband and mother.
Aug 2010
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Composer of the Week
Donald Macleod focuses on Amy Beach's experiences at the idyllic Macdowell Colony.
Aug 2010
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Composer of the Week
Donald Macleod focuses on the last decade of Amy Beach's life.
Aug 2010