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Prelude

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Australian radio producer Sophie Townsend presents a feature exploring what beginnings might be found when everything has ended.

Five radio producers from around the world hijack The Essay to offer a series of Radio 3's innovative Between the Ears features in miniature, each feature taking on the qualities of one piece within a musical suite.

In tonight's edition, 'Prelude', the Australian producer Sophie Townsend offers a tender exploration of what beginnings might be found when everything has ended.

Produced by Sophie Townsend
A Falling Tree Production for 麻豆社 Radio 3.

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Mon 21 Nov 2016 22:45

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