Roman Festivals

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Roman festivals is the third work in Respighi's 'Roman' trilogy (which includes 'Fountains of Rome' and 'Pines of Rome'). The music represents scenes from ancient or modern Rome. Right at the start listen for the sounds of Roman gladiators battling to the death. Composer: Ottorino Respighi Performers: BBC Philharmonic Orchestra Conductor: Vassily Sinaisky Recording date: 06 October 1998 Date of broadcast: 30 June 1999