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  1. Parody, Homage and Pastiche

    Chris Addison explores how composers have long used music as a tool for satire and parody.

  2. Satire and Philosophy

    Chris Addison explores how composers have engaged with the biggest ideas of all time

  3. Satire and Religion

    Chris Addison explores how composers have handled religion and its authority.

  4. Satire and Society

    Chris Addison explores how composers used music to challenge and cajole the status quo.

  5. Identity, Equality and Emancipation

    Chris Addison explores how music can be used to fight for identity, equality, and freedom.

  6. Satire and the State

    Chris Addison explores how composers have used music to challenge the power of the state.