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The Symphony Since 1945

As part of the Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ's Symphony season, Tom Service presents a special edition exploring the development of the symphony from 1945 onwards in post-war Europe, the USA and beyond.

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45 minutes

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  • Sat 26 Nov 2011 12:15

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