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Rachmaninoff Symphonic Dances

Sticky Notes: The Classical Music Podcast

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The D.S. Ire and the Spanish Theme

Spanish theme notes are remarkably similar to the notes of D.S. Ire. These themes are almost the same, but because of their differing characters they remain in fierce competition. The Spanish theme builds up some momentum and seems to be heading towards the finish line. But suddenly out of nowhere, everything stops in its tracks. What you will hear now is the D.s. Ire theme suddenly transformed into something much gentler and comforting. That is until they separate again in a final outburst of rage in the climax of the symphonic dances.

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