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Work: Symphony no. 3 in E flat major "Eroica", Op.55

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ComposerBeethoven, Ludwig van (1770-1827)
PeriodRomantic
Work typeOrchestral
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Bringing the Philharmonia is the most ambitious thing the Lammermuir Festival has ever done, yet it felt like a natural next step for a festival that's growing in stature.
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Revelatory Birtwistle and Beethoven from the BBC Scottish SO

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A composer-conductor's insight yields lasting rewards in Earth Dances and the Eroica at the Royal Albert Hall. 
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Beethoven: Symphony no. 3 in E flat major "Eroica", Op.55
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Beethoven: Symphony no. 3 in E flat major "Eroica", Op.55
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