Henry Purcell
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Henry Purcell.
Henry Purcell artist page: interviews, features and/or performances archived at NPR Music
Concerts
August 7, 2009 A freewheeling take on Shakespeare makes an appearance at London's lauded summertime concerts.
Interviews & Profiles
April 13, 2011 Hear the pianist pick favorite recordings, from Lorraine Hunt Lieberson to Leonard Cohen.
April 1, 2010 Renee Montagne and Miles Hoffman spin some of classical music's more lewd and laughable moments.
Discover Songs
November 30, 2010 In classical music, guys who sing high are countertenors. Three of the best have brand new CDs.
More Stories
March 6, 2013 Henry Purcell's music for a royal funeral inspires composers more than 400 years later.
May 29, 2011 War stories are tough, but music can help. Tell us which pieces get you through Memorial Day.
September 27, 2010 What's the saddest music you know? Hear the finest of the forlorn and the best of the bereaved.
