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Symphony

Simon Russell Beale presents a radical reappraisal of the place of the symphony in the modern world and explores the surprising way in which it has shaped our history and identity.

Show Info

Network: United Kingdom BBC Four (2011 - 2011)
Schedule: Thursdays at 21:00 (60 min)
Status: Ended
Show Type: Documentary
Genres: Music
Episodes ordered: 4 episodes

Official site: www.bbc.co.uk

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Previous Episode

Revolution and Rebirth

Episode 1x04; Nov 24, 2011

Simon Russell Beale investigates the symphonic world of the Soviet Union composer Shostakovich, and how Ives and Copland were creating a new American sound.

Previous Episodes

Episode NameAirdateTrailer
1x04: Revolution and RebirthNov 24, 2011
1x03: New Nations and New WorldsNov 17, 2011
1x02: Beethoven and BeyondNov 10, 2011
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