The Stories Behind the Music

Which ballet caused a riot in Paris? Who wrote a Requiem on his death bed? Which composer, disillusioned by his hero, destroyed a symphony’s dedication? Discover these and other fascinating backstories behind musical works which lend credence to the statement, ‘truth is stranger than fiction’. This course will cover music from the Renaissance to the twentieth century, contextualising works historically, and disentangling legends from facts to allow for deeper appreciation of well-known works and exposure to less familiar music.

Tutor: Molly Reinker Morgan BMus MMus MPhil

• Term: Spring
• Day: Monday
• Start Date: 20 January 2020
• Time: 7-9pm
• No. of weeks: 8
• Full fee: £65

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