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Cultural Favourites from the Archives – James Rhodes and Armando Iannucci on the Transformative Power of Music

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The Genius of Beethoven's Piano Sonatas

This chapter delves into Beethoven's groundbreaking techniques in composition, particularly his unique piano sonatas. It not only examines the choice of playing a concerto in C sharp major but also explores the emotional depth and personal significance of his 31st piano sonata amidst his struggles with deafness and illness.

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