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Composer of the WeekClaudio Monteverdi (1567-1643)Episodes

  1. Mon 8 Jun 202616:00
    BBC Radio 3

    The Courtless Musician

    1/5Kate Molleson explores Monteverdi’s early life and music.

  2. Tue 9 Jun 202616:00
    BBC Radio 3

    Fin de 16th siècle

    2/5Monteverdi arrives in Mantua and pushes musical boundaries. With Kate Molleson.

  3. Wed 10 Jun 202616:00
    BBC Radio 3

    Centre Stage

    3/5Monteverdi takes to the stage with L’Orfeo. With Kate Molleson.

  4. Thu 11 Jun 202616:00
    BBC Radio 3

    Troubles and trials

    4/5Monteverdi leaves Mantua and begins a new chapter in Venice. With Kate Molleson.

  5. Fri 12 Jun 202616:00
    BBC Radio 3

    Sorrows, Prayers

    5/5Monteverdi’s final years and the rise of public opera. With Kate Molleson