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Programme 58: about Music- The Art of Listening: Musical Fingerprints Part 7

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Today is about recognizing the sound of a Baroque orchestra, vs a Classical orchestra, vs a Romantic orchestra, vs a Modern (20th century) orchestra.
Even if this is something you already know, join me anyway for music by Bach, Haydn, Schumann, and Bartok.
And a surprising item for piano by György Ligeti: Musica Ricercata - VI. Allegro molto capriccioso
2 Jul 2024 English South Africa Music History · Music Commentary

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