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World War II concerts

Throughout World War II, Myra Hess organised concerts in London's National Gallery.

The lunchtime performances were intended to raise morale in the capital.

Many other concert venues had been shut because of the Blitz.

Photo: Myra Hess at the piano in 1944.

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Wed 14 Mar 2012 02:50GMT

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  • Tue 13 Mar 2012 09:50GMT
  • Tue 13 Mar 2012 13:50GMT
  • Tue 13 Mar 2012 19:50GMT
  • Wed 14 Mar 2012 02:50GMT

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