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Jean Sibelius
Donald Macleod commemorates the 50th anniversary of Finnish composer Sibelius's death
First Broadcast17 Sept 2007
Latest Broadcast21 Sept 2007
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Composer of the Week
By the age of 26, Sibelius was established as a standard-bearer of Finnish culture.
Sept 2007
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Composer of the Week
Sibelius's fascination for the Finnish epic The Kalevala was the impetus behind many works
Sept 2007
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Composer of the Week
Donald Macleod introduces one of the most popular concertos for the violin, Valse Triste.
Sept 2007
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Composer of the Week
In his early 40s, Sibelius's health problems had a dramatic effect on his state of mind.
Sept 2007
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Composer of the Week
A selection of Sibelius's final works, including the finest evocations of his homeland.
Sept 2007