Composer of the Week - Henry Purcell (1659-1695)
To mark the 350th anniversary of Henry Purcell's birth, Donald Macleod and leading Purcell scholar Bruce Wood explore the composer's life and work
Composer of the Week - Henry Purcell (1659-1695) - Episode 1
Donald Macleod and Purcell expert Bruce Wood look at the important events of Purcell's early years, including his work in the prestigious Chapel Royal.
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Composer of the Week - Henry Purcell (1659-1695) - Episode 2
Donald Macleod and Bruce Wood chart Purcell's life as a young man, when he was married and working at Charles II's court, but also suffered tragedy.
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Composer of the Week - Henry Purcell (1659-1695) - Episode 3
Donald Macleod and Bruce Wood discuss Purcell's earliest theatrical jobs and see how he tackled some of his court commissions.
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Composer of the Week - Henry Purcell (1659-1695) - Episode 4
Donald Macleod and Bruce Wood consider how Purcell responded to two very different reigns: the Catholic James II and Protestants William and Mary of Orange.
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Composer of the Week - Henry Purcell (1659-1695) - Episode 5
Donald Macleod is joined by Bruce Wood to explore Purcell's theatrical interests in his later years, including King Arthur and The Fairy Queen.
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