Composer of the Week - Thomas Arne (1710-1778)
Donald Macleod explores the life and work of Thomas Arne, one of British music's most lively characters. He is remembered mainly for Rule Britannia and his setting of Shakespeare's Where the Bee Sucks
Composer of the Week - Thomas Arne (1710-1778) - Episode 1
Donald Macleod introduces the life and work of Thomas Arne - a musical prodigy and an unscrupulous businessman, who composed some of Britain's most enduring music.
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Composer of the Week - Thomas Arne (1710-1778) - Episode 2
Donald Macleod explores the contrast between Arne's awareness of what the public wanted and his insensitivity his friends and family.
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Composer of the Week - Thomas Arne (1710-1778) - Episode 3
Donald Macleod follows Arne to Dublin, where he found success and adulation. However, not everyone was a fan and back in London, his fortunes were about to take a tumble.
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Composer of the Week - Thomas Arne (1710-1778) - Episode 4
Donald Macleod explores the effect on Arne's career of his bad treatment of his estranged wife. It only confirmed people's already low opinion of his character.
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Composer of the Week - Thomas Arne (1710-1778) - Episode 5
Donald Macleod considers how true was the image of Arne as an unsavoury character who failed to capitalise properly on his talent.
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