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Radio 3,23 Oct 2019,5 mins

Meditation from 'Thais', arr. Marsick

Experience Classical

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This piece is taken from the French opera Thaïs, set in Egypt under the Roman Empire. It's one of those melodies that you feel you've always know even on the first listen; gentle and familiar. Composer: Jules Massenet Performer: Alexandra Soumm (Violin) Performer: Aimo Pagin (Piano) Recording date: 10 July 2012 Date of broadcast: 26 July 2012

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