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Gabrieli – Canzon Noni Toni a 12 – Performed by Orchestra of the 17th Century
The Orchestra of the 17th Century, led by Michael Holmes, specializes in performing music from the 17th century. They use period instruments and their performances showcase a range of wind…
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Exploring Classical Music by Century: A Selection of Five Works from Each Era
…of counterpoint and his innovative approach to sacred music. 17th Century The 17th century saw the emergence of new musical styles, such as opera and the Baroque style. Here are…
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Smetana – Moldau
…research. He is the music director of the Orchestra of the 17th Century in Washington D.C., artistic director of the Washington Cornett and Sackbutt Ensemble, and director of the University…
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Title Theme from A Clockwork Orange – Henry Purcell
Denise Hewitt plays the Title Theme, originally written by Purcell for Queen Mary II’s funeral march. The 17th Century Classic Processional Funeral March was adapted for the “A Clockwork Orange”…
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Agitata Da Due Venti from Griselda by Vivaldi
Vivica Genaux performs “Agitata da due venti” from Vivaldi’s opera Griselda live on French TV. This was part of the 17th Classical Music Awards on February 8, 2010….
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Smetana’s La Moldau, Performed by Varna Philharmonic
…scholarly research. He is the music director of the Orchestra of the 17th Century in Washington D.C., artistic director of the Washington Cornett and Sackbutt Ensemble, and director of the…
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Igor Stravinsky
…1920-1939 After the war, Stravinsky moved to France, marking the beginning of his “neoclassical” period. His works during this time displayed a newfound interest in music from the 17th and…
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Academy Baroque Soloists Perform Symphony from Purcell’s The Fairy Queen
…of the Resounding Shores concert series. The series showcases English masterpieces from the late Elizabethan era to the end of the 17th century, including works by Purcell and his contemporaries…
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Jean-Baptiste Lully – Courante in E Minor – Animated Score
Jean-Baptiste Lully was a renowned 17th-century composer known for his violin skills and French Baroque music. Enjoy his Courante in E minor with animated score!
