麻豆社 Radio 3 - Composer of the Week, George Frideric Handel (1685-1759)

George Frideric Handel (1685-1759)

Donald Macleod explores Handel's relationships with the powerful figures who shaped his career.

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Mon 20 Jul 2026 16:00

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