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BBC Proms

BBC Proms

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The World's Greatest Classical Music Festival. The BBC Proms is a classical music festival held every summer at the Royal Albert Hall in London, and in recent years has explored an innovative series of Proms around the UK with concerts in all four nations. Its aim: to bring the best in classical music to the widest possible audience, which remains true to founder-conductor Henry Wood’s original vision in 1895. Whether you are a classical connoisseur or think classical music isn’t for you, there is something for everyone in the eight-week stretch of concerts.

Season 65 · Episode 17

Brahms' Symphony No 4

Aug 20, 2011·3h

From the Royal Albert Hall Katie Derham introduces two masterworks by Brahms performed by the Chamber Orchestra of Europe conducted by Bernard Haitink. The concert begins with Brahms' mighty Piano Concerto No 2 with international soloist Emanuel Ax, one of the giants of the keyboard. In the second half Symphony No 4, the composer's final and best loved symphony. During the interval, a sideways look at Brahms and his music.

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When did BBC Proms Season 65 Episode 17 air?

BBC Proms Season 65 Episode 17 aired on August 20, 2011.

How long is BBC Proms Season 65 Episode 17?

This episode runs for approximately 180 minutes.

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