Season 4 · Episode 69
Rachmaninoff's Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini: A Baltimore connection and hidden themes!
Classical Breakdown · WETA Classical
September 6, 202222m 40s
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Show Notes
Season 4 kicks off with one of the most beloved works in the orchestral repertoire. John Banther and Bill Bukowski talk about the theme's origins, melodies hidden in plain sight, moments to listen for, and what Rachmaninoff did to calm his nerves the night of the premiere!
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