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Composer of the Week

Pauline Viardot and Her Circle

The García Clan

Duration: 59 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 3Latest broadcast: on BBC Radio 3

Donald Macleod explores the life of 19th-century French singer, pianist and composer, Pauline Viardot. Today, her training as a member of the García family of singers. Show more

Composer of the Week

Pauline Viardot and Her Circle

The New Sensation

Duration: 59 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 3Latest broadcast: on BBC Radio 3

Donald Macleod explores how Pauline Viardot's career was assisted by the support of two influential figures in Paris, poet Alfred de Musset and novelist George Sand. Show more

Composer of the Week

Pauline Viardot and Her Circle

A Composer and a Collaborator

Duration: 59 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 3Latest broadcast: on BBC Radio 3

Donald Macleod considers Pauline Viardot's role as a collaborator with Gounod, Saint-Saëns and Meyerbeer. Includes selections from her fairy-tale chamber opera Le dernier sorcier. Show more