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Rostropovich and Richter play Beethoven

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The two great Russians Mstislav Rostropovich (cello), Sviatoslav Richter (piano) in the complete cycle of five Beethoven cello sonatas.

Tonight: Sonata No. 1, in F major, Op. 5 No. 1
Recorded from the Usher Hall at this year's Edinburgh Festival
Introduced by The Countess of Harewood.

(The artists appeared at the Festival by arrangement with Victor Hochhauser, Ltd.)
(Sonata in G minor: Monday)
See page 14

Contributors

Presenter:
The Countess of Harewood
Cellist:
Mstislav Rostropovich
Pianist:
Sviatoslav Richter
TV Presentation:
Alan Rees
Source: Radio Times

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