Secret Surrey - The shocking story behind The Lark Ascending

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Secret Surrey

The shocking story behind The Lark AscendingThe shocking story behind The Lark Ascending

Released On: 19 Jul 2024

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How Dorking's war-weary composer created the nation's favourite piece of classical music.

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