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Composers of the Week:Bohemians in Vienna

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In the late 18th century many musicians emigrated from Bohemia or Moravia to Vienna in the hope of a position at the court. This week, Donald Macleod explores the lives and music of some of those composers who made the journey. Stepan (1726-97) Piano Sonata No 2 in G Robert Hill (fortepiano)
Gassmann (1729-74) Overture: La Contessina Ulster Orchestra, conductor Jurjen Hempel
Vanhal (1739-1813) String Quartet in Eflat Salomon Quartet
Pichl (1741-1805) Symphony in C, Z21 London Mozart Players, conductor Matthias Bamert Producer Gwawr Owen

Contributors

Unknown:
Donald MacLeod
Unknown:
Robert Hill
Conductor:
Jurjen Hempel
Conductor:
Matthias Bamert
Producer:
Gwawr Owen
Source: Radio Times

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