First broadcast: on BBC Radio 3Latest broadcast: on BBC Radio 3
Donald Macleod discusses Svendsen's childhood, when the composer earned a reputation as the local tearaway and a talented military band musician. Show more
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 3Latest broadcast: on BBC Radio 3
Donald Macleod follows Svenden's early efforts in rejuvenating Norway's national music and on a trip to Bayreuth for Wagner's birthday party. Show more
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 3Latest broadcast: on BBC Radio 3
Donald Macleod explores how Svendsen transformed the motley bunch of Oslo's professional orchestral players into a group capable of doing justice to Norwegian music. Show more
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 3Latest broadcast: on BBC Radio 3
Donald Macleod focuses on the Copenhagen Royal Theatre's attempt to lure Svendsen from Norway with a lucrative job offer. It turned out to be a transformative moment in his career. Show more
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 3Latest broadcast: on BBC Radio 3
Donald Macleod explores how nerve trouble proved to be a blessing in disguise for Svendsen, as he had to give up his violin career to pursue life as a composer and conductor. Show more
