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Radio 3,16 Jun 2026,134 mins

Mahler's Symphony No.9

Radio 3 in Concert

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The opening gestures of Mahler's Symphony No. 9 unfold with a striking sense of hesitation, often interpreted as reflecting the composer鈥檚 preoccupation with physical fragility and mortality. From this tentative beginning, frequently heard as a musical gesture of farewell, the work evolves into a vast emotional journey, encompassing moments of tenderness, anxiety, and profound beauty. Across its span, Mahler explores the full expressive range of the orchestra, drawing out both intimacy and intensity from life鈥檚 shifting experiences. In this performance, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, under the direction of Chief Conductor Domingo Hindoyan, bring their own distinctive interpretative voice to a work that remains inexhaustibly rich in meaning. Recorded on the 10th May and presented by Penny Gore Gustav Mahler: Symphony No.9 Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Domingo Hindoyan (conductor) To listen on most smart speakers, just say "ask 麻豆社 Sounds to play Radio 3 in Concert".

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    Symphony No 9
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    Piano Quintet No 2 in A Major, Op 81
    Anton铆n Dvo艡谩k
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    Chanson de nuit
    Chanson de nuit
    Edward Elgar