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Deutsche Grammophon releases the ninth installment of the 'Original Source' series, showcasing remastered legendary recordings from the 1970s.
Highlights include Musorgski's 'Pictures at an Exhibition' by Chicago Symphony Orchestra under Carlo Maria Giulini's direction.
Also featured are Bach's Orchestral Suites by English Concert with Trevor Pinnock and Grieg's 'Lyric Pieces' performed by Emil Gilels.
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