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    Symphonist in the makingAlice Mary Smith (1839-1884)

    1/5Donald Macleod journeys through the early years of Alice Mary Smith.

    All for a Good CauseGeorge Frideric Handel (1685-1759)

    5/5Handel turns music into a public good, away from patronage. With Donald Macleod.

    Fit for a King, Queen, Princess and PrinceGeorge Frideric Handel (1685-1759)

    4/5Donald Macleod explores Handel's life at the royal court.

    The Rise and Fall of the Duke of ChandosGeorge Frideric Handel (1685-1759)

    3/5Donald Macleod explores Handel’s time with the Duke of Chandos.

    The Elector and/or the KingGeorge Frideric Handel (1685-1759)

    2/5Donald Macleod follows Handel as he travels from Hanover to London.

    The Art of Procuring a PatronGeorge Frideric Handel (1685-1759)

    1/5Donald Macleod traces Handel’s early search for patronage.

    Past, Present, FutureFela Sowande and the Art Music of Nigeria

    5/5Donald Macleod and Alexander Douglas explore Nigerian art music past, present and future.

    African Pianism ManFela Sowande and the Art Music of Nigeria

    4/5Donald Macleod explores Akin Euba and unpicks African pianism with Alexander Douglas.

    The Life and Legacy of Little Ayo BankoleFela Sowande and the Art Music of Nigeria

    3/5Donald Macleod explores Ayo Bankole’s life and music with Alexander Douglas.

    Fela's Quiet RhythmFela Sowande and the Art Music of Nigeria

    2/5Donald Macleod traces Fela Sowande’s early musical life with Alexander Douglas.

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