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Strauss: Four Last Songs

Stephen Johnson investigates one of Richard Strauss' most enduring works - his Four Last Songs. Specially-recorded examples, sung by Mary Plazas with the 成人快手 National Orchestra of Wales, explore Strauss's subtle word-painting and gorgeous orchestration.

45 minutes

Music Played

  • Richard Strauss

    Four Last Songs

    Performers: Mary Plazas (soprano), 成人快手 National Orchestra of Wales

Broadcasts

  • Sun 29 Jul 2001 17:00
  • Sun 30 Dec 2001 17:00