First broadcast: on BBC Radio 3Latest broadcast: on BBC Radio 3
Donald Macleod focuses on Felix and Fanny Mendelssohn's early years. With Fanny's Suleika und Hatem, plus Felix's String Symphony No 3 in E minor and Piano Quartetin B minor, Op 3. Show more
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 3Latest broadcast: on BBC Radio 3
Donald Macleod focuses on the launch of Felix's career and the different path that Fanny took. With Fanny's Ferne, and Felix's Frage, Op 9 No 1, String Quartet No 2 and Hora Est. Show more
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 3Latest broadcast: on BBC Radio 3
Donald Macleod contrasts Felix Mendelssohn's growing popularity with his sister's adaptation to marriage. With his Italian Symphony (1st mvt) and Fanny's String Quartet in E flat. Show more
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 3Latest broadcast: on BBC Radio 3
Donald Macleod focuses on Felix's appointment as Leipzig Gewandhaus director and his sister's belated recognition after being given the opportunity to spend a year in Italy. Show more
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 3Latest broadcast: on BBC Radio 3
Donald Macleod explores the final years of the Mendelssohns' lives. With Felix's Athalia Overture and Sechs Spruche, Op 79, Nos 1, 4, 5 and 6, and Fanny's Piano Trio. Show more
