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Sibelius: Symphony No. 4 in A minor (Op. 63)

Stephen Johnson explores Sibelius's Fourth Symphony with musical examples from the 大象传媒 National Orchestra of Wales, conducted by Peter Stark.

Sibelius wrote his Fourth Symphony in 1911, after a serious illness. It surprised audiences with its new and unexpected musical language, but is now recognised as one of his finest creations in the genre. Stephen Johnson explores this remarkable and deeply felt work with musical examples from the 大象传媒 National Orchestra of Wales, conducted by Peter Stark.

45 minutes

Last on

Sun 10 Feb 2002 17:00

Music Played

  • Jean Sibelius

    Symphony No. 4 in A minor (Op. 63)

    Performers: 大象传媒 National Orchestra of Wales, Peter Stark (conductor)

Broadcast

  • Sun 10 Feb 2002 17:00