Dec 17, 2020
In Episode 10 of Unorchestrated, Christopher and Tom talk with poet Rita Dove about the rapid dissolution of the friendship between George Bridgetower and Beethoven—and likely explanations for the unraveling—with readings from her book, Sonata Mulattica.
This is the 10th episode in our 14-part series, Sonata...
Dec 15, 2020
In Episode 9 of Unorchestrated, Christopher and Tom talk with poet Rita Dove about her belief that the composition and premiere of the “Kreutzer” sonata were shaped by George Bridgetower’s unique performing style, with readings from her book, Sonata Mulattica.
This is the ninth episode in our...
Dec 11, 2020
In Episode 8 of Unorchestrated, co-hosts Christopher and Tom talk with poet Rita Dove about string playing, ballroom dancing, and the process of writing - both music and poetry - with readings from her book, Sonata Mulattica.
This is the eighth episode in our 14-part series, Sonata Mulattica with Rita Dove.
The episode...
Dec 9, 2020
In Episode 7 of Unorchestrated, co-hosts Christopher and Tom talk with poet Rita Dove about the diverse music scene in early 19th century London, with a reading of “Janissary Rap” from her book, Sonata Mulattica.
This is the seventh episode in our 14-part series, Sonata Mulattica with Rita Dove.
The episode closes...
Dec 4, 2020
In Episode 6 of Unorchestrated, co-hosts Christopher and Tom talk with poet Rita Dove about Joseph Haydn’s arrival in London, with readings from her book, Sonata Mulattica.
This is the sixth episode in our 14-part series, Sonata Mulattica with Rita Dove.
The episode closes with a performance of the finale from...