First broadcast: on BBC Radio 3Latest broadcast: on BBC Radio 3
Donald Macleod examines some of the earliest surviving stories from Bach's youth, revealing the character traits that would shape his future career. Show more
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 3Latest broadcast: on BBC Radio 3
Donald Macleod discusses Bach's final move, to Leipzig, where he immediately set about transforming musical life in the city's schools, churches and concert venues. Show more
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 3Latest broadcast: on BBC Radio 3
Donald Macleod follows the young Bach to his new job at the court of Weimar, where he found fresh inspiration and became embroiled in the political machinations of his masters. Show more
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 3Latest broadcast: on BBC Radio 3
Donald Macleod discusses Bach's final years, when he poured his lifetime of musical experience into a series of late masterworks that were to be his legacy for future generations. Show more