Belsatzar, Op 57

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In 1840 Schumann wrote over 120 songs. One tells of Babylonian king Belshazzar who - literally - sees 'the writing on the wall'. Death is certain and - through Schumann - we know the king's fear. Composer: Robert Schumann Performer: Benjamin Appl (Baritone) Performer: Pavel Kolesnikov (Piano) Recording date: 17 August 2017 Date of broadcast: 17 August 2017