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Samuel Barber (1910-1981)
Donald Macleod uncovers the real Samuel Barber, from his childhood experiences playing at his grandfather's factory to the failure of what was supposed to be his crowning achievement in music
First Broadcast26 Apr 2010
Latest Broadcast30 Apr 2010
Episodes5
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Arts, Culture & the MediaClassicalDiscussion & Talk
Episodes
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Composer of the Week
Donald Macleod charts Barber's early years under the wing of his singer/composer uncle.
Apr 2010
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Composer of the Week
Donald Macleod charts Samuel Barber's relationship with composer Gian Carlo Menotti.
Apr 2010
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Composer of the Week
Donald Macleod considers Barber's collaborations with the great musicians of his age.
Apr 2010
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Composer of the Week
Donald Macleod charts Samuel Barber's ambivalent relationship with his country.
Apr 2010
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Composer of the Week
Donald Macleod charts Barber's final years, troubled by alcoholism and creative blocks.
Apr 2010