Donald Macleod explores Amahl and the Night Visitors, Menotti's creation of an American Christmas tradition that introduced a whole new generation to opera. Show more

Donald Macleod focuses on Menotti's move to Scotland, following the break-up of the composer's 30-year relationship with Samuel Barber. Show more

Donald Macleod explores why previously disparaging attitudes to Menotti's music have recently mellowed. Show more

Donald Macleod introduces the music of Gian Carlo Menotti. With Overture (Amelia Goes to the Ball). The Medium: Monica's Waltz. Errand into the Maze. The Death of Orpheus. Show more

Donald Macleod explores Menotti's glamorous connections and the plentiful commissions they brought him. With Dance of the Wounded Courtesan (Sebastian. Show more