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The Enigma I Will Not Explain

The Enigma I Will Not Explain: Episode 1

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BBC Radio 4 Extra - The Enigma I Will Not Explain, Episode 1

Ruth Padel examines the female influences in Elgar's life, including his wife Alice.

Ruth Padel peels back the mystery about who inspired Elgar's Variations. From the guiding spirit of his wife Alice to his friendship with Dorabella and a mystery of three asterisks.

Ruth Padel presents a series exploring the music of Elgar's Enigma Variations and analysing what the composition tells us about Elgar himself.

1/4. This programme examines the female influences in Elgar's life, from the guiding spirit of his wife Alice to his friendship with Dorabella and a mystery of three asterisks.

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Ruth Padel presents a four-part series exploring Elgar's Enigma Variations

Ruth Padel presents a four-part series exploring Elgar's Enigma Variations and analysing what the music tells us about the composer's character

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