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Uranus, the Magician
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A beginner’s guide to Gustav Holst’s ‘The Planets’ Suite
6. Uranus, the Magician
Starting with four brassy notes, Uranus shifts from heavy timpani blows to a boisterous gallop. The full orchestra shows the impressive power of this icy planet, represented in Greek mythology as the god of the sky.
