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Composer of the Week: Faure

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3/5. Donald Macleod continues his exploration of Faure through his songs and chamber music. As the composer turns 40 he discovers Verlaine, overcomes depression and embarks on an affair. Spleen, Op 51 No 3
Janet Baker (mezzo),
Geoffrey Parsons (piano) La Bonne Chanson, Op 61
Christopher Maltman (baritone), Graham Johnson (piano) Sicilienne, Op 78
Steven Isserlis (cello),
Pascal Devoyon (piano) La Chanson d'Eve, Op 95 Janet Baker (mezzo),
Geoffrey Parsons (piano) Repeated at 8.45pm

Contributors

Unknown:
Donald MacLeod
Unknown:
Janet Baker
Piano:
Geoffrey Parsons
Piano:
Graham Johnson
Cello:
Steven Isserlis
Piano:
Pascal Devoyon
Unknown:
Janet Baker
Piano:
Geoffrey Parsons
Source: Radio Times

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