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Spirit of the Age

BBC Radio 3
on BBC Radio 3

The first in a series of programmes on English music of the 17th century. Lynn Hulse and George Pratt look at the circle of composers who enjoyed the patronage of the Cavalier nobleman William Cavendish. Amongst others, Cavendish supported John Wilbye , John Dowland , William and Henry Lawes , Maurice Webster and Christopher Simpson. Producer Kate Bolton
See also Thursday 10.00pm

Contributors

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Lynn Hulse
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George Pratt
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William Cavendish.
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John Wilbye
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John Dowland
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Henry Lawes
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Maurice Webster
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Christopher Simpson.
Producer:
Kate Bolton
Source: Radio Times

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About BBC Radio 3

Live music and the arts: broadcasts more live music than any other radio network. Classical music is its core. Genres include world and new music, jazz, speech and drama.

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