Donald Macleod explores Arensky's early years, including his studies at the St Petersburg Conservatoire, and works including the Piano Concerto and the First Symphony. Show more

Donald Macleod is joined by Russian music expert Gerard McBurney. They follow Arensky's tempestuous career as a teacher. Show more

Donald Macleod and Gerard McBurney discuss Arensky's move from the Moscow Conservatoire to the Imperial Chapel as well as the influence of Liszt on the composer. Show more

Donald Macleod and Russian music expert Gerard McBurney trace Arensky's move from St Petersburg as a student to then teach at the Moscow Conservatoire. Show more

Donald Macleod and Russian music expert Gerard McBurney survey Arensky's final years as he succumbed to tuberculosis. Show more