Pavane pour une infante défunte

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Ravel originally composed this as a piano piece in 1899. His arrangement for full orchestra was first performed eleven years later. Listen for the rich strings that seem to swell with emotion. Composer: Maurice Ravel Performers: BBC National Orchestra of Wales Conductor: Thierry Fischer Recording date: 30 May 2008 Date of broadcast: 02 February 2010