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Myrthen, Op 25 (No 7, Die Lotosblume)
Composer: Robert Schumann
Performer: Olena Tokar (Soprano)
Performer: Igor Gryshyn (Piano)
Recording date: 09 November 2013
Date of broadcast: 31 December 2013
From 1840 - inspired by his love of Clara - Schumann wrote song after extraordinary song. 'The Lotus Flower' - with its message of sensual intoxication - sums up the composer's marital bliss.
Composer: Robert Schumann
Performer: Olena Tokar (Soprano)
Performer: Igor Gryshyn (Piano)
Recording date: 09 November 2013
Date of broadcast: 31 December 2013