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Brahms' Symphony No 4

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Last broadcast on Sat, 20 Aug 2011, 21:00 on BBC Two (except Northern Ireland (Analogue), Wales (Analogue)) (see all broadcasts).

Synopsis

From the Royal Albert Hall Katie Derham introduces two masterworks by Brahms performed by the Chamber Orchestra of Europe conducted by Bernard Haitink.

The concert begins with Brahms' mighty Piano Concerto No 2 with international soloist Emanuel Ax, one of the giants of the keyboard.

In the second half Symphony No 4, the composer's final and best loved symphony. During the interval, a sideways look at Brahms and his music.

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Credits

Conductor
Bernard Haitink
Orchestra
Chamber Orchestra of Europe
Presenter
Katie Derham
Performer
Emanuel Ax
Director
Matt Woodward
Producer
Julie Heptonstall

Broadcasts

  1. Sat 20 Aug 2011
    21:00
  2. Sat 20 Aug 2011
    21:00

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Duration

120 minutes

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