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Mazeppa

The Real History of OperaSeries 7
Episode 1 of 3

Huw Edwards uncovers the history behind operas. 1/3: Mazeppa. Tchaikovsky's opera centres on the battle of Poltava in 1709, a decisive victory in Russia's war against Sweden.

30 minutes

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Sat 13 Oct 200715:30
BBC Radio 4 FM

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  • Tue 9 Oct 200713:30
    BBC Radio 4
  • Sat 13 Oct 200715:30
    BBC Radio 4 FM