Cryptic crossword clue
Criticise performances on the radio—piano pieces 9

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word NOCTURNES

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The straight part
We know that "piano pieces" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case piano pieces = nocturnes.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does NOCTURNES mean?

NOCTURNES noun
  1. A work of art relating or dedicated to the night.
  2. A dreamlike or pensive composition, usually for the piano.

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