What does the cryptic crossword clue "Reaching crescendo without middle C, like Four Seasons' variations (8)" mean?

The definition is "is in both Collins and Chambers)". The wordplay uses a deletion. CLIMATIC (deletion) = CLIMATIC; definition: "is in both Collins and Chambers)" The answer is CLIMATIC.

Reaching crescendo without middle C, like Four Seasons' variations (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29212 | 26 Across | 2023-10-27 flower

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