Jools Holland on John Vanbrugh: Life, Legacy and Music


Jools Holland is joined by architectural historian Sir Charles Saumarez Smith to explore the life and work of the 18th-century architect and playwright John Vanbrugh, marking 300 years since his death. The programme also features music connected to Vanbrugh, including pieces by Purcell, Cavalli, and Handel.

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