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Composer of the Week Episodes

    Possessiveness and JealousyLudwig van Beethoven (1770-1827)

    3/5 Donald Macleod delves into Beethoven’s possessiveness over his nephew Karl.

    Humiliated in CourtLudwig van Beethoven (1770-1827)

    2/5 Donald Macleod follows Beethoven's courtroom battles for custody of his nephew, Karl.

    Becoming a GuardianLudwig van Beethoven (1770-1827)

    1/5 Donald Macleod explores Beethoven’s endeavours to become his nephew's guardian.

    Fatal AttractionLeos Janacek (1854-1928)

    5/5 Kate Molleson unpacks the dramatic final scenes of Janacek’s life.

    Burn After ReadingLeos Janacek (1854-1928)

    4/5 Kate Molleson follows the sharp turns of Janáček’s escalating love triangle.

    Eternal YouthLeos Janacek (1854-1928)

    3/5 Kate Molleson follows Janáček’s eventful 70th birthday year.

    A New MuseLeos Janacek (1854-1928)

    2/5 Kate Molleson tells the story of the encounter which upturned Janáček's life and music.

    On the CuspLeos Janacek (1854-1928)

    1/5 Kate Molleson explores the struggles of Janáček's long-awaited breakthrough era.

    A Happy PlaceMax Bruch (1838-1920)

    5/5 Donald Macleod transports us to Bruch’s spiritual and creative haven, the Igeler Hof.

    Berlin and the BroodMax Bruch (1838-1920)

    4/5 Donald Macleod takes us inside the Bruch family home and its dynamics.

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