Classic FM's Fast And Friendly Guide To The Romantic Era

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Classic FM collection: Romantic: 1830 to 1900 artwork

Classic FM collection: Romantic: 1830 to 1900 30 tracks - £6.99 Ensemble: Philharmonia Orchestra; Boston Pops Orchestra and more Soloists: Joseph Calleja; Mischa Maisky; Ji Liu and more

Classic FM collection: Classical: 1750 to 1830 artwork

Classic FM collection: Classical: 1750 to 1830 30 tracks - £6.99 Ensemble: The The Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra; Academy of St. Martin in the Fields and more Soloists: Janine Jansen; Mitsuko Uchida; Beaux Arts Trio and more

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