Two symphonies by Shostakovich, written 30 years apart, feature on our bleak but brilliant Recording of the Month, played by the London Philharmonic Orchestra and conductor Vladimir Jurowski. Hear clips from the recording and find out more about the music in this month's podcast, presented by Oliver Condy and Rebecca Franks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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