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Dmitri Shostakovich
…to a ban on avant-garde music in 1932. The musical climate in the Soviet Union was restrictive, and Shostakovich often found himself at odds with the authorities. His opera “Lady…
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Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach
…service of the future King of Prussia, Frederick II. A music aficionado himself, Frederick had a court orchestra that accompanied him in concert performances almost every night. This royal entourage…
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Exploring Classical Music by Century: A Selection of Five Works from Each Era
…symphony is a testament to his ability to create a rich, emotional landscape through music. 5. Chopin’s Nocturnes Frederic Chopin’s piano Nocturnes are a set of 21 compositions that showcase…
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Domenico Scarlatti
…keyboard in these sonatas earned him the admiration of many esteemed musicians, including Johannes Brahms, Frederic Chopin, Bela Bartok, and Heinrich Schenker. The Public Reception and Influence Scarlatti’s sonatas were…
