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Radio 3,24 Jun 2020,9 mins

Clarinet Sonata in A

Experience Classical

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The 'Clarinet Sonata' is Bernstein's first published piece, around ten minutes in length and consists of two movements. Much of the music foreshadows 'West Side Story', Bernstein's most famous work, with its Latin- and jazz-infused content and frequently changing time signatures. Today, it is a popular piece with clarinettists and audiences alike. Composer: Leonard Bernstein Performer: Annelien Van Wauwe (Clarinet) Performer: Martin Klett (Piano) Recording date: 25 June 2016 Date of broadcast: 16 July 2016

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