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Edvard Grieg (1843-1907)
Donald Macleod explores the life of the Norwegian composer who was much-loved in Britain
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Composer of the Week
The music heard at the first of two memorial concerts held in London upon Grieg's death.
Oct 2007
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Composer of the Week
Investigating the Scottish ancestry to be found in the Norwegian composer's family tree.
Oct 2007
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Composer of the Week
Exploring what made the Norwegian identity in Grieg's music attract audiences in Britain.
Oct 2007
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Composer of the Week
The encounters with British people that shaped Grieg's life, including Frederick Delius.
Nov 2007
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Composer of the Week
Grieg's debut in Britain as a concert pianist was held up by the applause that greeted him
Nov 2007