Clarinet Sonata in E flat major, Op 167 (Saint-Saëns)
from Saint-Saëns: Chamber Music (CDA67431/2)
1 Allegretto [4'21]
2 Allegro animato [2'10]
3 Lento [4'22]
4 Molto allegro – Allegretto [4'59]
15 minutes 52 seconds 4 tracks
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