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Radio 3,58 mins

SeriesGustav Mahler (1860-1911)

Gustav Mahler - The 'Alma' Years

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Donald Macleod explores the last decade of Mahler's life, known as the 'Alma' years. These turbulent years were dominated by his relationship with his wife Alma and tragedies including anti-Semitism, ill-health, Alma's infidelities and the death of their daughter.

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