Symphony No. 5 in C sharp minor

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Mahler's Symphony No. 5 is a huge work, lasting over an hour and travelling through a wide range of emotions. There is a peculiar genius about an artist who can make one enjoy a little sadness. Mahler’s gift for this is well demonstrated in the fourth movement – the Adagietto for strings with harp – of his Symphony No. 5, which has now entered the repertoire as a standalone piece. Approach it with caution. Composer: Gustav Mahler Performers: BBC Philharmonic Orchestra Conductor: Gianandrea Noseda Recording date: 09 November 2002 Date of broadcast: 12 November 2002