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Donald Macleod introduces a contrasting trio of pieces Saint-Saens composed in 1887, following success the previous year with Carnival of the Animals. Show more
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Camille Saint-Saens (1835-1921)
Episode 3: A Village Affair and an Egyptian Fantasy
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First broadcast: on BBC Radio 3Latest broadcast: on BBC Radio 3
Donald Macleod focuses on Saint-Saens's final and perhaps most virtuosic piano concerto, a fantastical impression of his visit to Egypt, and his little-played ballet Javotte. Show more
Donald Macleod focuses on Saint-Saens's works composed to rouse the spirits of the French people during the First World War, as well as a trio of valedictory pieces. Show more
Donald Macleod focuses on two rare and exotic musical impressions from Saint-Saens's trips to North Africa, plus a virtuoso showpiece for the harp. Show more
Donald Macleod discusses how in 1908 Saint-Saens made history with one of the first-ever original film scores, written for the silent movie The Assassination of the Duke of Guise. Show more