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Composer of the Week The Mighty Handful Episodes

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  1. A new dynamic

    5/5 We explore the legacy of The Mighty Handful on modern Russian music.

  2. Duelling operas

    4/5 A rich period of stage works for the group, now freed from Balakirev’s criticism.

  3. Too big a handful

    3/5 Balakirev takes control over the two leading performing ensembles in St Petersburg.

  4. Creative tensions

    2/5 Tensions arise within the group of ‘The Five’ and their circle.

  5. A Meeting of Unequals

    1/5 How Russian music changed for ever due to a group of five composers.