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Radio 3,25 Oct 2019,26 mins

Violin Sonata No. 1 in G major, Op 78

Experience Classical

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The music, inspired by Klaus Groth’s poem ‘Regenlied’, has the feeling of reconciliation over past regrets. The free-flowing atmospheric melody and turbulent piano accompaniment produces a sense of uneasiness which is constantly present. Composer: Johannes Brahms Performer: Veronika Eberle (Violin) Performer: Francesco Piemontesi (Piano) Recording date: 09 April 2011 Date of broadcast: 25 July 2011

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