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Samuel Barber
…the NBC Symphony Orchestra in 1938 solidified Barber’s reputation as a major American composer. A Prolific Composer Barber’s output was diverse and prolific. He composed over 48 opus-length works and…
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Johann Strauss I
…Vienna. Emergence as a Renowned Composer Strauss’s reputation as a leading composer of Viennese waltzes solidified in the 1830s. He performed at the “Sperl,” a prominent dance hall in Leopoldstadt,…
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Jules Massenet
Jules Massenet, a name synonymous with French opera, was the most celebrated operatic composer of his time. His remarkable musical journey, marked by a distinctive melodic style and theatrical aptness,…
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Mendelssohn Cello Sonata No. 1 in B Flat Major, Op. 45 – Featuring Julia Hagen
Julia Hagen & Aaron Pilsan perform Felix Mendelssohn’s Cello Sonata No. 1 in B-flat Major, Op. 45….
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Excerpts from Gershwin’s Porgy and Bess
…“There’s a boat dat’s leavin’” (baritone), and “Lawd, I’m on my way” (soprano, baritone, and chorus). The performers include Adina Aaron as soprano, Musa Ngqungwana as bass-baritone, and Marvin Kernelle…
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Handel’s Rinaldo – Complete Opera
…by Aaron Hill, tells the story of Rinaldo and features a talented cast including Philippe Jaroussky as Rinaldo, Anett Fritsch as Almirena, Carlo Vistoli as Goffredo, Kangmin Justin Kim as…
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Corelli – Sonata in D Major, Op. 5, No. 1 – 1st and 2nd Movements
Aaron McGregor (violin), Alice Allen (cello), and David McGuinness (piano) perform two movements from Corelli’s Sonata in D Major, Op. 5….
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Modest Mussorgsky
…music had a profound influence on subsequent generations of Russian composers, including his contemporaries in “The Five” and later composers such as Sergei Rachmaninoff and Igor Stravinsky. His emphasis on…
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Giovanni Gabrieli
Giovanni Gabrieli, an Italian composer and organist, is a crucial figure in the transition from Renaissance to Baroque music. Known for his prolific output of sacred music, his works often…
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Camille Saint-Saëns
…remarkable versatility as a composer, organist, conductor, and pianist, Saint-Saëns’ contributions to the world of music are immeasurable. Early Life and Musical Beginnings Born on October 9, 1835, in Paris,…
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Johannes Brahms
Johannes Brahms was a German composer and pianist who left an indelible mark on the world of music. His symphonies, concerti, chamber music, piano works, and choral compositions have transcended…
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Gioachino Rossini
…ability to evoke emotions through his music have made him one of the most revered composers in history. Influence on Future Composers Rossini’s influence on future composers is undeniable. His…
