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Composer of the Week: Franz Schubert (1797-1828)

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Franz Schubert's short life was full of intense periods of composition. In 1815 and 1816, while still a teenager, he wrote more than a third of all his works, including 250 songs. Donald Macleod explores Schubert's early years.

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Symphony No 5 in B flat - Chamber Orchestra of Europe, conductor Claudio Abbado

Contributors

Presenter:
Donald Macleod
Producer:
Kerry Chapman
Source: Radio Times

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