Donald Macleod explores three Verdi operas that formed turning points in the composer's career: La traviata, Macbeth and Ernani. Show more

Donald Macleod investigates the role of Verdi's operas in Italy's fight for independence and the challenges he faced in his battle with the Austrian censors. Show more

Donald Macleod explores Verdi's two grand operas written expressly for Paris, which took full advantage of the extravagant resources available. Show more

Donald Macleod focuses on Aida, a remarkable Verdi opera in which, among the spectacular pomp and ceremony, an intimate tragedy unfolds. Show more

Donald Macleod introduces highlights from two Shakespearean operas: Verdi's finest tragic opera, and his only comedy, based on Shakespeare's absurd fictional character Falstaf. Show more

Donald Macleod introduces highlights from two Shakespearean operas: Verdi's finest tragic opera, and his only comedy, based on Shakespeare's absurd fictional character Falstaf. Show more