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It's 1850, Schumann's mental health is worsening yet this composition takes only two weeks from idea to finish. Unconventional - there are no breaks, specifically to stop applause - the music is glorious. Schumann never heard it performed. Composer: Robert Schumann Performers: BBC Philharmonic Orchestra Performer: Alban Gerhardt Conductor: John Storgårds Recording date: 10 August 2017 Date of broadcast: 10 August 2017
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