Composer of the Week

Camille Saint-Saens

Episode 1: The Greatest Organist in the World

BBC Radio 3

Duration: 1 hour

First broadcast: Mon 9^th Jul 2007, 12:00 on BBC Radio 3Latest broadcast: Mon 11^th Jul 2011, 18:30 on BBC Radio 3

Donald Macleod explores how, after being appointed organist at the Madeleine church in Paris at the age of 22, Saint-Saens's view from the organ loft shaped his outlook and career. Show more

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Composer of the Week

Camille Saint-Saens

Episode 3: The Patriot

BBC Radio 3

Duration: 1 hour

First broadcast: Wed 11^th Jul 2007, 12:00 on BBC Radio 3Latest broadcast: Wed 13^th Jul 2011, 18:30 on BBC Radio 3

Donald Macleod explores Saint-Saens's progression from musical maverick to founder of the Societe Nationale de Musique. Show more

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Composer of the Week: Camille Saint-Saens

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Composer of the Week

Camille Saint-Saens

Episode 4: The Expatriate

BBC Radio 3

Duration: 1 hour

First broadcast: Thu 12^th Jul 2007, 12:00 on BBC Radio 3Latest broadcast: Thu 14^th Jul 2011, 18:30 on BBC Radio 3

Donald Macleod considers how Saint-Saens incorporated exoticism into his works. Including Havanaise, Suite algerienne (excerpts) and Piano Concerto No 5. Show more

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Composer of the Week: Camille Saint-Saens

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Episode 2: The Women in His Life

BBC Radio 3

Duration: 1 hour

First broadcast: Tue 10^th Jul 2007, 12:00 on BBC Radio 3Latest broadcast: Tue 12^th Jul 2011, 18:30 on BBC Radio 3

Donald Macleod explores Saint-Saens's relationships with and attitudes towards women. Including Piano Quintet in A minor; Cello Sonata No 1; Messe de Requiem; Samson et Dalila. Show more