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Radio 3,07 Oct 2019,42 mins

Symphony No 3 in E flat major, Op 55, 'Eroica'

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Symphony No. 3 saw a turning point in classical music, a more technically challenging work than had been previously performed. Listen for the three French horns in the 3rd movement (it was unusual to have more than two at the time). Composer: Ludwig van Beethoven Performers: BBC National Orchestra of Wales Performer: Thierry Fischer Recording date: 03 August 2009 Date of broadcast: 03 August 2009

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