Composer

Peter Mechen looks at the life and work of Taranaki-born composer Larry Pruden, talks to those who knew him, and learns about the collected edition of Pruden's works being published by Promethean… Audio

Alex Taylor, composer, curator of the Intrepid Music Project, multi-instrumentalist, poet and blogger talks with Kenneth Young. Audio

Claire Cowan, composer, collaborator and director of the Blackbird Ensemble talks with Kenneth Young. Audio

Master of the Queen's Music Judith Weir talks about her compositions with Charlotte Wilson. Audio

Thomas Goss looks at Tchaikovsky's sixth & last symphony as a snapshot of very busy, practical composer at the height of his craft, seeking new ways to intrigue and provoke his growing audience. Audio

NZ composer Jack Body talks to Eva Radich about recent CD releases of his music, and gives a preview of his 70^th birthday celebration, held at the New Zealand School of Music in 2014. Audio

Roger Wilson introduces the Marquis of the Gardens of Aranjuez. Audio

William Dart paints a picture of this most 'Francis of Assisi' of composers. Audio

Robbie Ellis talks with the American composer John Musto. Audio

Legacies looks at what Douglas Lilburn left behind and recalls the composer's support and appreciation for other artists. Audio

In Withdrawing, friends and family of Douglas Lilburn reflect on his last years. After retiring from university teaching at the end of 1979, he also retired from composing. He spent the next 20 years… Audio

A look at the way Lilburn's music changed over time, how it has fared amid the shifting sands of fashion, and how the composer coped with criticism. Audio

In the seventh episode, Relationships, Douglas Lilburn's friends and family reflect on how he related to people - from his relationship with his parents, to his abiding friendships over the years, the… Audio

From the early years in the idyllic setting of Drysdale Station, to the dramatic landscapes of the South Island and the primordial terrain of the central North Island, this episode looks at the… Audio, Gallery

This episiode looks at the practical side of Douglas Lilburn the teacher, musician and mentor. His physical appearance and the onset of old age which affected his hearing, sight, and ability to play… Audio

In the fourth episode, Methods, we look at how Douglas Lilburn got things done. From piano lessons at an early age, through to the setting up of the Electronic Music Studio at Victoria University… Audio