James Naughtie presents a series chronicling historical influences on classical music. 21/30. Second World War, Those Who Stayed Put. The war inspired many masterpieces.
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Origins: James Naughtie looks at how history shaped classical music, with origins in the churches and monasteries of the Christian world. Show more
The play on which Mozart's opera was based was banned by Louis XVI. James Naughtie on history shaping classical music. Show more
In the 18th century composers needed patrons, but this was soon to change. James Naughtie on history shaping classical music. Show more
La Marseillaise became a national anthem. James Naughtie on history shaping classical music. Show more
The great German composer worked at a time of seismic change in Europe. James Naughtie on history shaping classical music. Show more
The composer allegedly removed his dedication to Napoleon from the manuscript. James Naughtie on history shaping classical music. Show more
The Sun King: How English composer John Dunstable's music travelled to the Burgundy court. James Naughtie on history shaping classical music. Episode 11 of 30. Show more
Design of the violin was perfected in Cremona around 1700. James Naughtie on history shaping classical music. Show more
Despite destroying church organs across the land, Oliver Cromwell privately not only appreciated music but also employed composers who used to work for the king to write for him. Show more
The return of Charles II from exile heralded a revival in English music. Among several composers to emerge was Henry Purcell. Show more
From a bustling town in Germany, a civic employee produced some of the most sublime church music ever written. Show more
James Naughtie presents a series chronicling historical influences on classical music. 27/30. Dissent. Composers in the 1960s and 70s expressed their rage against the system.
James Naughtie presents a series on historical influences on classical music. 28/30: The Impact of Technology. Composers experimented with electronics to extend musical boundaries.
James Naughtie presents a series chronicling historical influences on classical music. 29/30: A Time of Plenty. British composers play a significant part in contemporary music.
James Naughtie's series chronicling historical influences on classical music. 30/30: The Making of Music. Where have we come to and what is the current state of classical music?
James Naughtie presents a series chronicling historical influences on classical music. 26/30. The Sixties. Composers tried to make their voices heard above the noise of pop culture.
The recurring choral theme had a profound effect on the history of music. James Naughtie on history shaping classical music. Show more
German-born composer George Frideric made English music great. James Naughtie on history shaping classical music. Show more
Paris during the 1750s was the centre of a clash of cultural ideas. James Naughtie on history shaping classical music. Show more