Augusta Holmès' Andromède; an epic Greek myth inspired symphonic poem!
Dec 12, 2023•28 min•Season 5Ep. 98
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Episode description
You may not recognize the composer or piece, but this is a work that deserves your attention! John Banther and Evan Keely explore the poem and how it comes to life in the music, which operatic composer she's invoking, and why sea monsters have such short musical motifs.
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