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Messiaen: Turangalîla Symphony - Extract
Messiaen’s hypnotic orchestral love song, the Turangalîla Symphony. Premiered by Leonard Bernstein in 1949, this *Tristan and Isolde*-inspired work is a celebration of sensual pleasure and boundless ecstasy.
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Conductor | Sakari Oramo |
| Orchestra | BBC Symphony Orchestra |
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