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- Gaetano Donizetti (1797-1848)

Donald Macleod follows the irresistible rise of Italian opera composer Gaetano Donizetti. Today, antagonising censors, two tragic losses and the writing of his most iconic scene.

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BBC Radio 3 - Composer of the Week, Gaetano Donizetti (1797-1848), Headaches and Heartbreak

Donald Macleod sees Donizetti battle censorship and successive family tragedies.

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Mar 18 at 4:00pmWeb