Composer of the Week - Edward Elgar (1857-1934)
Stephen Johnson joins Donald Macleod to explore the landscapes of Herefordshire and Worcestershire that inspired much of the music of anniversary composer Edward Elgar
Composer of the Week - Edward Elgar (1857-1934) - Episode 1
Stephen Johnson and Donald Macleod explore the Midlands landscapes that inspired Elgar's music and pay a visit to the Malvern Hills.
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Composer of the Week - Edward Elgar (1857-1934) - Episode 2
Stephen Johnson and Donald Macleod explore the Midlands landscapes that inspired Elgar's music, paying a visit to the city of Worcester.
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Composer of the Week - Edward Elgar (1857-1934) - Episode 3
Donald Macleod asks keen cyclist Stephen Johnson about the influence Elgar's hobby of cycling had on his music.
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Composer of the Week - Edward Elgar (1857-1934) - Episode 4
Donald Macleod and Stephen Johnson explore Longdon Marsh. Music includes Pomp and Circumstance March No 4 and The Ascension.
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Composer of the Week - Edward Elgar (1857-1934) - Episode 5
Stephen Johnson and Donald Macleod explore the Midlands landscapes that inspired Elgar's music, visiting the rivers Severn, Lugg and Wye.
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