Piano Sonata No 5 in F minor, Op 72 (Bowen)
from Bowen: Piano Sonatas (CDA67751/2)
1 Moderato [8'11]
2 Andante semplice [4'38]
3 Allegro con fuoco – Più lento – Più mosso e con fuoco [8'58]
21 minutes 47 seconds 3 tracks
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