The Early Music Show

The Duke of Chandos

Sunday 6 April 2008 0:00-1:00 (Radio 3)

Catherine Bott charts the rise and fall of the one-time patron of Handel, James Brydges, who, in 10 years, amassed great wealth and a palatial mansion with a 30-piece orchestra, only to lose it just as quickly.

This is a repeat of the programme broadcast last Saturday. View details.

Duration:

1 hour

The Early Music Show

Episode and Playlist Information

• 6 Apr 08 Dufay's Europe
• 6 April 08 Sacred Music
• 5 April 08 The Duke of Chandos
• 5 April 08 Inspiring Lutenists
• 30 Mar 08 Henry VIII
• 30 Mar 08 Dufay's Europe
• 29 Mar 08 Holy Saturday