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This Easter, as always, 'The Messiah' is in full play. But do you want to venture beyond Handel's masterpiece? Then check out Classical MPR’s picks for 10 other great works for Holy Week.
Decomposed breaks down the stories that have shaped classical music, from secrets and scandals to acts of sheer genius. Hear these stories accompanied by the symphonies, operas and other masterpieces they inspired.
Hosted by Jade Simmons, a classical concert pianist and storyteller, the first season of Decomposed takes on gender expectations, Cold War propaganda and the danger of putting your personal life on the stage.
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