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Radio 3,02 Oct 2019,71 mins

Symphony No. 5 in B flat major

Experience Classical

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One of Bruckner’s greatest masterpieces. Composed in a time of difficulties and disappointments suffered by the composer, this piece evokes a sense of wonder, and is full of unfailing emotional power. Composer: Anton Bruckner Performers: BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra Conductor: Ilan Volkov Recording date: 18 August 2011 Date of broadcast: 18 August 2011

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