(1760-1812)
Dussek was one of the first of a new breed of composer - the romantic piano virtuoso. Geoffrey Baskerville follows him on his travels through Europe, where he left a trail of musical acclaim, bankruptcy, scandal and broken strings.
Variations on "God Save the King" Jean-Patrice Brosse (harpsichord) Grand Duo in E flat, Op 38
Jaroslav and Tomas Secky (horns), Jana Bouskova (harp), Josef Hala (piano)
Concerto in G minor, Op 49 Concerto Koln, director Andreas Staier (fortepiano) Producer David McGuinness
Repeated next Monday 11.30pm
SOUNDING THE CENTURY