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A symphony is a large orchestral work, usually in four movements. See how each movement is built, where the form came from and how to hear it.
Classical music periods explained in order, from Baroque and Classical to Romantic and modern, with dates, traits and composers to hear for each.
A listener’s guide to Beethoven’s nine symphonies in order, with key, nickname, first-performance context and what to listen for in each one.
