Antonin Dvořàk – Symphony no.8 – I. Allegro con brio

The movement begins with a somewhat somber tone for the low strings but quickly introduces a contrasting, audacious flute solo, reflecting the natural world’s beauty and melancholy. 🎻: The University of Cape Town Symphony orchestra 📸: The South African College of Music, UCT 📍: The Baxter Theatre

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