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The Battle On The Ice – Sergei Prokofiev
Prokofiev’s Battle On The Ice….
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Ludwig van Beethoven
…greatest masterpieces. In his final years, Beethoven also grappled with a legal battle over the custody of his nephew, Karl van Beethoven. Despite winning the custody battle, he failed to…
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Jay Chou Plays Chopin’s Op. 64 No. 2
Check out this piano battle scene from the movie ‘Secret’ by Jay Chou, where he plays F. Chopin’s Op.64 no.2. If you enjoy piano music, I also have videos featuring…
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Robert Schumann
…and bitter legal battle with Clara’s father, Schumann married Clara Wieck in 1840. Their union was not just a marriage but also a lifelong musical partnership. Clara, an accomplished pianist…
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Exploring Classical Music by Century- Five Works from Each Era
…– John Dunstaple John Dunstaple was an English composer whose “Deo Gracias Anglia” is a stirring and patriotic work that celebrates England’s victory in the Battle of Agincourt. This piece…
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Alexander Glazunov
…his battle with alcoholism, which affected his health and productivity as a composer. Despite these challenges, Glazunov found support and stability in his marriage to Olga Gavrilovna Vinogradova, with whom…
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King Arthur by Henry Purcell – Performed by La Fenice & Vox Luminis
La Fenice and Vox Luminis perform Henry Purcell’s King Arthur. The semi-opera tells the story of the battle between King Arthur’s Britons and the Saxons with humorous undertones. Purcell’s music…
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How Beethoven Created Incredible Music as a Deaf Composer
…Moreover, Beethoven’s life story, marked by his battle with deafness and his relentless dedication to his art, resonates deeply with artists today. His narrative of overcoming adversity speaks to the…
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Listening Forward Without Letting Go
…snap of his dances. Prokofiev’s energy still feels urban and fresh, even when it’s historical film music like “The Battle on the Ice”. Britten fused conscience and craft in works…
