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Jules Massenet
…continues to resonate in the world of classical music. Early Life and Education Born as Jules-Émile-Frédéric Massenet on May 12, 1842, in Montaud, France, he was the progeny of an…
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Behind the Curtain: The Life of a Classical Musician
Behind the enchanting melodies and captivating performances of classical music lies a world of dedication, discipline, and passion. Beyond the concert halls and stage lights, classical artists walk a remarkable…
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Claude Debussy
…life was cut short when he died of cancer at the age of 55, in 1918, amidst the turmoil of World War I. His death was a significant loss to…
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Giacomo Puccini
Giacomo Antonio Domenico Michele Secondo Maria Puccini, better known as Giacomo Puccini, was a renowned Italian composer who revolutionized the world of opera. He is most recognized for his works…
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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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Max Bruch
…him to the world of music. Recognizing his innate talent, his mother nurtured his musical inclination. It was in this nurturing environment that Bruch penned his first composition at the…
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Handel – Recorder Sonata in A Minor
Handel’s Recorder Sonata in A minor performed by Ensemble Estro Cromatico, Milano featuring Marco Scorticati on recorder and Davide Pozzi on harpsichord. This live concert took place on October 10,…
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Telemann’s Recorder Suite in A Minor, TWV 55 – Overture
Telemann – Recorder Suite in A Minor TWV55:A3 – Mov. 1/7 – GEORG PHILIPP TELEMANN (1681-1767) Suite for recorder, strings, and basso continuo in A minor TWV55:A3 1. Ouverture Performed…
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Hector Berlioz
…composing one of his most famous works, the Symphonie Fantastique, completed in the same year. Symphonie Fantastique and Breakthrough The Symphonie Fantastique is considered a groundbreaking, innovative work of the…
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Jean Sibelius
…and influence of this iconic composer, who redefined the symphony and introduced the world to the soul of Finnish music. Early Life and Initial Forays into Music Born on December…
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Sergei Rachmaninoff
…entrance into the world of music. However, the path was not always smooth for the young musician. His First Symphony, premiered in 1897, was met with harsh criticism, plunging Rachmaninoff…
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Exploring Classical Music by Century: A Selection of Five Works from Each Era
…that brings to life the biblical story of the creation of the world. With its vivid orchestration and expressive arias, this work remains a favorite among choirs and orchestras worldwide,…
