To Preserve the Health of Man is a Drama programme.

To Preserve the Health of Man

Parts 1-5/5. David Suchet stars as English Renaissance composer William Byrd in five imagined encounters by DJ Britton looking back at key influences in his life and career as he composes his major liturgical work the Gradualia, a collection of 109 pieces written for each of the feasts and events in the Church calendar.

Genre: Drama

Running Time: 15 minutes (approx)

When is To Preserve the Health of Man next on TV?

It's next showing on BBC Radio 4 Extra May 2nd, 7:30am and on BBC Radio 4 Extra May 2nd, 12:30pm. See more...

Main Cast

Image for David SuchetDavid Suchet
Sara Kestelman
DJ Britton
Image for Philip JacksonPhilip Jackson
Gunnar Cauthery
Juliet Aubrey