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Rite of passage

One hundred years ago it provoked a riot and orchestras dreaded playing it. Now you can even hear it in Pret a Manger. The Rite of Spring is still astounding, despite its familiarity, argues Philip Hensher. (Quotes from original text)

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Published in:The Guardian (London) 2013-04, p.16-17
Main Author: Hensher, Philip
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:One hundred years ago it provoked a riot and orchestras dreaded playing it. Now you can even hear it in Pret a Manger. The Rite of Spring is still astounding, despite its familiarity, argues Philip Hensher. (Quotes from original text)
ISSN:0261-3077