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George Frideric Handel (1685-1759)Handel in London: 5 Musical WalksMonday 7 January 2008 12:00-13:00 (Radio 3) Repeated: Monday 7 January 2008 20:45-21:45 (Radio 3) George Frideric Handel (1685-1759). Handel in London: 5 Musical Walks: 1/5. Donald Macleod explores the Handel House Museum and the 18th century offices of Private Eye. Duration:1 hour Handel Walks
Playlist 1/5. Donald Macleod embarks on his first walk through Handel's London, featuring the composer's home of 36 years and its immediate environs. He begins with a guided tour of the Handel House Museum on Brook Street, then visits St George's Hanover Square, the church in which Handel worshipped, played the organ and rented a pew. The final stop is Carlisle Street in Soho and the 18th century offices of Private Eye magazine, where art director Tony Rushton talks about his passion for former resident JC Smith, Handel's friend and amanuensis.
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