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Tchaikovsky's Sixth Symphony, the Pathétique, was the last work the composer completed, and its tragic tone has often been interpreted as a personal premonition of his fate. There are still light moments, such as the lop-sided waltz of the second movement, but the finale fragments and eventually slips into silence. This recording is conducted by the Philharmonia's former Principal Guest Conductor Sir Charles Mackerras.
Composer: Tchaikovsky
Conductor: Sir Charles Mackerras
Venue: Royal Festival Hall (London)
Date: Sun 8 Feb 2009
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