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Havergal Brian

The BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra and conductor Garry Walker perform music by the great British eccentric composer Havergal Brian. His Burlesque Variations was written in 1903 and not performed until 1980. This recording from July 2009 was made at City Halls, Glasgow.

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Mon 9 Feb 201500:00
BBC Radio 3

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  • Havergal Brian

    Burlesque variations and overture on an original theme Op.2

    Conductor: Garry Walker. Orchestra: BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra.

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PerformerBBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra

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  • Mon 9 Feb 201500:00
    BBC Radio 3

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