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References
- ↑ "Musicians A-Z". Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra.
- ↑ Clements, Andrew (2008-11-21). "Lindberg: Sculpture; Concerto for Orchestra; Campana in Aria; Tapani/Finnish Radio Symphony Orch/Oramo". The Guardian . London. Retrieved 2010-05-02.
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