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Radio 3,30 Jun 2020,33 mins

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Adams made a big orchestral 'noise' with this 1980 composition, cementing his place as a great composer. It casts a pulsing, irresistible rhythmic and vocal spell. Composer: John Adams Performers: BBC National Orchestra of Wales Performers: BBC National Chorus of Wales Conductor: Grant Llewellyn Recording date: 28 May 1999 Date of broadcast: 31 May 1999

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