Donald Macleod attempts to unravel the complexities of Pauline Viardot's close friendship with writer Ivan Turgenev. Show more

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

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

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

Donald Macleod considers the significance of Pauline Viardot's famous twice-weekly salons in the cultural life of Paris. Show more