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Sergei Rachmaninov: Symphonic Dances (Prom 12)

The Symphonic Dances were Rachmaninov's last composition. Structurally they are an orchestral suite in three movements, completed in 1940.

"The Symphonic Dances were Rachmaninov's last composition. Structurally they are an orchestral suite in three movements, completed in 1940.

This was the only work that he composed entirely in the USA. It's first performance in New York by the Philadelphia Orchestra under Eugene Ormandy was well received. "

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35 minutes

Credits

Role Contributor
Conductor Karina Canellakis
Orchestra Â鶹ÊÓƵAV Symphony Orchestra
Composer Sergey Rachmaninov

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