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Composer of the Week Episodes

    WaltzBallroom Blockbusters

    1/5 How did a scandalous peasants’ dance evolve into the waltz?

    WandererFranz Liszt (1811-1886)

    5/5 Donald Macleod explores Liszt’s rootlessness and nomadic nature.

    GothFranz Liszt (1811-1886)

    4/5 Donald Macleod looks at the dark and demonic side of Liszt’s life and music for Halloween.

    SaintFranz Liszt (1811-1886)

    3/5 Donald Macleod explores Liszt’s midlife pivot towards his faith.

    SinnerFranz Liszt (1811-1886)

    2/5 Donald Macleod unpacks Liszt’s love life and his brushes with scandal.

    SuperstarFranz Liszt (1811-1886)

    1/5 Donald Macleod explores the showman side of Liszt’s personality.

    A Laugh for the RoadMargaret Bonds (1913-1972)

    5/5 Donald Macleod concludes Margaret Bonds' story, ending in glories and heartbreaks.

    Black PrideMargaret Bonds (1913-1972)

    4/5 Donald Macleod meets Margaret Bonds at a crucial time in the fight for racial equality.

    Sing With All Your SoulMargaret Bonds (1913-1972)

    3/5 Donald Macleod accompanies Margaret Bonds as she embarks on a new exciting adventure.

    Glorious RevelationsMargaret Bonds (1913-1972)

    2/5 Donald Macleod follows Margaret Bonds as she is about to make life-changing discoveries.

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