2: Talkin’ ‘Bout a Revolution | Revolution and Romance: Musical Masters of the 19th Century

Duration: 58'58''

Synopsis

Series in which Suzy Klein explores the transformation of music in the 19th century. She shows how it became a revolutionary force that changed the world.

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3: Party Like It's 1899 | Revolution and Romance: Musical Masters of the 19th Century

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