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Schumann: Symphony No. 4 in D minor (Op. 120)

Charles Hazlewood and the Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Scottish Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Douglas Boyd shed new light on Robert Schumann's Symphony No. 4 by exploring the original version of the work, composed in 1841.

Charles Hazlewood sheds new light on Robert Schumann's Symphony No. 4 by exploring the original version of the work, composed in 1841. In the process Charles questions the often quoted statement that Schumann could not orchestrate and explores the innovative way in which the composer shaped the work into a single span of invention. The performances are provided by the Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Scottish Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Douglas Boyd.

1 hour

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Sat 2 Apr 2005 14:00

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  • Robert Schumann

    Symphony No. 4 in D minor (Op. 120)

    Performers: Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Douglas Boyd (conductor)

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  • Sat 2 Apr 2005 14:00