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Radio 3,01 Jul 2020,27 mins

Violin Sonata in G major, Op 96

Experience Classical

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1812 - Europe torn asunder by Napoleon. Meanwhile, in Vienna, Beethoven writes a bright, light, and optimistic work for his student (and patron) Archduke Rudolf. The piano part shows just how good the student was! Composer: Ludwig van Beethoven Performers: Veronika Eberle (Violin) Performer: Oliver Schnyder (Piano) Recording date: 16 October 2008 Date of broadcast: 12 March 2009

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