First broadcast: on BBC Radio 3Latest broadcast: on BBC Radio 3
Donald Macleod explores the music Purcell composed for the kings and queens he served, from Charles II to James II, William of Orange and Queen Mary. Show more
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 3Latest broadcast: on BBC Radio 3
From sonata to opera, Donald Macleod takes a look at how Henry Purcell was influenced by musical fashions from all over Europe, despite never leaving London. Show more
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 3Latest broadcast: on BBC Radio 3
From catches and ballads to a collection of lessons, Donald Macleod takes a look at how the emergence of publishing was crucial to the growing popularity of Henry Purcell's music. Show more
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 3Latest broadcast: on BBC Radio 3
Donald Macleod looks at Purcell's music for the stage including the semi-operas, King Arthur and The Fairy Queen, and his full opera, Dido and Aeneas. Show more
