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Mozart

The Making of MusicSeries 1
Episode 21 of 30

In the 18th century composers needed patrons, but this was soon to change. James Naughtie on history shaping classical music.

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

21/30. Mozart

In the middle of the 18th century composers needed patrons, but by the end of Mozart's life the world had changed. The composer as servant was becoming a thing of the past, and Mozart both benefited and suffered because of it.

15 minutes

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Tue 2 Oct 201802:15
BBC Radio 4 Extra

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  • Mon 2 Jul 200715:45
    BBC Radio 4
  • Mon 1 Jun 201514:15
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Tue 2 Jun 201502:15
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Mon 1 Oct 201814:15
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Tue 2 Oct 201802:15
    BBC Radio 4 Extra