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Composer of the Week Robert Schumann (1810-1856) Episodes

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  1. Ghost Variations

    5/5 Recounting the tragic events leading up to Schumann's voluntary admission to an asylum.

  2. Turning the Tables

    4/5 Donald Macleod focuses on signs of a decline in Schumann's mental and physical health.

  3. Falling out of Favour

    3/5 Donald focuses on the premiere of Schumann's melancholy Manfred Overture.

  4. Schumann Explores the Rhineland

    2/5 Donald Macleod explains how a trip to the Rhineland resulted in a symphony for Schumann.

  5. Schumann Moves to Dusseldorf

    1/5 Donald Macleod focuses on everyday life with the Schumanns in Dusseldorf.