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Graham, who writes on classical music, lives in Leeds.

Articles By Graham Rickson

Werther, Opera North

Sunday, 27 September 2009 Read more...

Così fan tutte, Grand Theatre, Leeds

Saturday, 12 September 2009 Read more...

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