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Mozart’s Requiem Mass in D Minor II – Dies Irae
Mozart’s Requiem Mass in D Minor II – Dies Irae – conducted by John Eliot Gardiner. Filmed at Palau de la Musica Catalana, Barcelona in Dec. 1991. A Requiem Mass…
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Dies Irae from Faure’s Requiem
Excerpt from a 1991 concert featuring Gabriel Fauré’s “Dies Irae” from his Requiem. The San Carlo Choir performed at the Basilica of S. Trofimena in Minori, Italy, as part of…
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Liszt – Totentanz on Dies Irae
Liszt – Dance of Death…
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Dies Irae from Verdi’s Messa da Requiem
Verdi’s Requiem performed by Mariss Jansons and the Berliner Philharmoniker….
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Verdi – Requiem Dies Irae – Part 1
Rare footage of Maestro Ino Savini rehearsing Verdi’s Requiem in Prague in 1972. The performance took place at The Cathedral of St. Vitus on September 9th and was a great…
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The Emotional Power of Classical Music: How Timeless Pieces Invoke Our Deepest Feelings
…are known for their uplifting and joyful nature. These compositions often feature lively tempos, major keys, and catchy melodies that can easily put a smile on your face. Examples of…
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From Village to Concert Hall: The Journey of Folk Melodies
…of folk melodies have woven their way into the intricate tapestry of classical music, enriching and expanding the repertoire, creating a vibrant fusion of two seemingly distinct musical worlds. What…
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Exploring Classical Music by Century: A Selection of Five Works from Each Era
…Burana – Anonymous “Carmina Burana” is a collection of medieval Latin poems set to music by various composers. These works are characterized by their lively rhythms, memorable melodies, and often…
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Kaddisch from Deux Mélodies Hébraïques by Ravel
Camille Thomas plays Kaddisch, from Two Hebrew Melodies (Deux mélodies hébraïques) by Maurice Ravel. The arrangement was transcribed by Tognetti for cello and orchestra.
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Does Classical Music Really Make You Smarter?
…Studies show that its tranquil melodies can slow the heart rate and decrease emotional distress. The music also lowers cortisol levels in the brain, which can help lessen anxiety and…
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Fernando Sor
…Twelve Studies – Op. 6, Twelve Studies – Op. 29, Progressive Lessons – Op. 31, and Very Easy Exercises – Op. 35. Sor’s Method for Guitar is another significant contribution,…
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Clementi – Gradus Ad Parnassum: Complete Piano Studies
Performed by Danielle Laval, Clementi’s “Gradus Ad Parnassum: Complete Piano Studies” includes various pieces in different keys. Some notable pieces are the four pieces in F major, the two pieces…