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The Puritans

The Making of Music Series 1
Episode 13 of 30

Despite destroying church organs across the land, Oliver Cromwell privately not only appreciated music but also employed composers who used to work for the king to write for him.

James Naughtie presents a series chronicling the historical influences that affected the course of classical music.

13/30. The Puritans. Despite destroying church organs across the land, Oliver Cromwell privately not only appreciated music but also employed composers who used to work for the king to write for him and his new regime.

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  • Wed 20 Jun 2007 15:45
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  • Thu 21 May 2015 02:15
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  • Wed 19 Sep 2018 14:15
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