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Claude Debussy’s La Cathédrale Engloutie – Piano Roll Recording by Debussy (1913)
Claude Debussy, a renowned composer known for his unique piano style, composed “La cathédrale engloutie”. This piece is the tenth in the first book of Préludes. A piano roll recording…
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Music from Bernstein’s Fancy Free Ballet (1946 Recording)
Bernstein’s Fancy Free ballet music, conducted by the composer, was recorded in 1944 and released as a set of four ten-inch records in 1946. The recording includes Billie Holiday’s rendition…
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Carl Maria von Weber
…pianist. Musical Education and Early Experiments Weber’s musical journey was as varied as the places where he lived. His father, a nomad at heart, moved the family relentlessly across Hamburg,…
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Sergei Prokofiev
Sergei Prokofiev, a Russian composer and pianist, has left an indelible mark on the world of music. Lauded for his eclectic compositions that stretched across various genres, Prokofiev’s musical prowess…
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Giacomo Puccini
…such as La Bohème, Tosca, and Madama Butterfly, which are among the most frequently performed in opera history. Delve into the enthralling life of this musical genius, as we explore…
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Johannes Brahms
…humble beginnings certainly didn’t hint at the musical genius he was to become. The son of Jakob Brahms, a double bassist in the Hamburg Philharmonic Society, Johannes was introduced to…
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Antonio Vivaldi
…his activities but did not deter his passion for music. Despite his health challenges, Antonio learned the violin, composing music, and partaking in musical activities with fervor. Journey to Priesthood…
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Samuel Barber
…has bestowed upon the world of music an array of timeless masterpieces. Early Life and Musical Beginnings Born on March 9, 1910, Samuel Osborne Barber II hailed from an educated,…
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Gustav Mahler
…troubled relationship, marked by violent disagreements. This tumultuous familial backdrop significantly influenced Mahler’s emotional and creative landscape. At an early age, Mahler displayed his musical gifts. Fascinated by the military…
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Béla Bartók
…attention of the renowned musician László Erkel, who then became Bartók’s teacher. Education and Early Musical Career (1899-1908) In 1899, Bartók began his professional studies at the Royal Hungarian Academy…
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Zdeněk Fibich
The world of classical music has been graced by many exceptional composers who have left an indelible mark on the musical landscape. Among these luminaries, the name of Zdeněk Fibich…
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Gaetano Donizetti – L’elisir d’Amore and Or Se M’ami
…are 62 recordings of “Don Pasquale” and 77 recordings of “L’elisir d’amore.” I already have some recordings that I’m happy with, like Abbado’s “Don Pasquale” and Scimone’s “L’elisir.” However, the…
