Donald Macleod focuses on the life and work of Ferdinand Herold, who began his musical career as pianist, going on to success with the ballet La somnambule. Show more

Donald Macleod focuses on Herold's international success, which came with his works Zampa and Le pre aux clercs. Show more

Donald Macleod focuses on how Adolphe Adam's fortunes fluctuated, as he went from financial ruin following his opening an opera house, to success with the ballet Le corsair. Show more

Donald Macleod focuses on the early career of Leo Delibes, when he struggled for recognition. Show more

Donald Macleod explores Delibes's final years, and considers how far the developments in Romantic French ballet had come. Show more