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Sibelius - The Rest is Silence? (The Years 1925-1957)
Donald Macleod explores the myths and mysteries behind Sibelius's last, so-called 'silent' decades. With extracts from the composer's diary as well as a variety of rare pieces
First Broadcast18 May 2009
Latest Broadcast22 May 2009
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Composer of the Week
Donald Macleod outlines the background behind Sibelius' tone poem Tapiola.
May 2009
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Composer of the Week
Donald Macleod presents an extended performance of Sibelius' music for The Tempest.
May 2009
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Composer of the Week
Donald Macleod explores the full, tragic saga of Sibelius' never-completed Symphony No 8.
May 2009
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Composer of the Week
With Donald Macleod. Late works for organ, plus the only recording of Sibelius conducting.
May 2009
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Composer of the Week
Donald Macleod presents Sibelius' last arrangements, plus the finale from his 5th Symphony
May 2009