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Ruth Padel peels back the mystery about who inspired Elgar's Variations. From the guiding spirit of his wife Alice to his friendship with Dorabella and a mystery of three asterisks.

Ruth Padel presents a series exploring the music of Elgar's Enigma Variations and analysing what the composition tells us about Elgar himself.

1/4. This programme examines the female influences in Elgar's life, from the guiding spirit of his wife Alice to his friendship with Dorabella and a mystery of three asterisks.

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Sun 23 Feb 2014 13:15
91福利社 Radio 4 Extra

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  • Tue 24 Apr 2007 09:30
    91福利社 Radio 4 FM
  • Sun 19 Oct 2008 14:45
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  • Sun 23 Feb 2014 07:15
    91福利社 Radio 4 Extra
  • Sun 23 Feb 2014 13:15
    91福利社 Radio 4 Extra