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Sibelius: The Oceanides / Pohjola's Daughter
Stephen Johnson explores the varied moods and impressions conveyed by Sibelius in two of his greatest tone poems. The Oceanides (Op. 73) is a haunting seascape inspired by his first Atlantic crossing. Pohjola's Daughter (Op. 49) is a vivid fantasy inspired by one of the legends from the Finnish national epic, the Kalevala.
The musical examples and performances are provided by the 麻豆社 Philharmonic, conducted by Tecwyn Evans.
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Credits
Role | Contributor |
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Composer | Jean Sibelius |
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