Donald Macleod explores Debussy’s wayward youth, as the rebellious streak he adopted from his father leads to habits which will last a lifetime. Show more
Donald Macleod explores Debussy’s work as an outspoken critic, and in the aftermath of the scandal with soprano Therese Roger, there’s more shocking behaviour from the composer. Show more
Donald Macleod finds Debussy adopting a bohemian lifestyle. A romantic encounter seems set to lend some stability to his life... until Debussy makes a shock announcement. Show more
Debussy ascends to a new level of fame as his opera Pelléas et Mélisande is premiered, but more lies and duplicity from the composer have tragic repercussions. Show more
There is scandal at the ballet and in the concert hall as Donald Macleod explores the end of Debussy’s life. Plus, as war erupts, the composer’s mountain of debt continues to grow Show more
