Violin Sonata No 1 in D major, Op 9 (Weiner)
from Weiner: Violin Sonatas (CDA67735)
1 Moderato [5'21]
2 Rasches Walzertempo [4'25]
3 Andante [6'29]
4 Presto – Rasches Walzertempo [8'03]
24 minutes 18 seconds 4 tracks
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