Composer of the Week - Igor Stravinsky (1882-1971)
Donald Macleod explores the final part of Stravinsky's life, considering the impact his experience of America had on the man and his music
Composer of the Week - Igor Stravinsky (1882-1971) - A New Method
Donald Macleod examines Stravinsky's attempts to keep up with the avant-garde and embrace serialism, despite being seen as the 'grand old man' of classical music.
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Composer of the Week - Igor Stravinsky (1882-1971) - Craft
Donald Macleod traces Stravinsky's relationship with conductor Robert Craft, who advised him on English literature and new music, and who assisted him for the remainder of his life.
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Composer of the Week - Igor Stravinsky (1882-1971) - Looking West
Donald Macleod looks at the years building up to Stravinsky's leaving Europe for America, when he was already writing works for American patrons. Workd include Praeludium.
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Composer of the Week - Igor Stravinsky (1882-1971) - Return to Europe
Donald Macleod describes Stravinsky's emotional return to his Russian homeland during the period of incessant travel that would define his final years.
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Composer of the Week - Igor Stravinsky (1882-1971) - Wartime in Hollywood
Donald Macleod explores Stravinsky's early years in America, when he found himself rubbing shoulders with Marlene Dietrich and Greta Garbo, but also having to earn a living.
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