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Jean Sibelius
…entered the University of Helsinki to study law. However, his passion for music was too strong to ignore, and he soon enrolled at the Helsinki Music Institute, where he studied…
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Does Classical Music Really Make You Smarter?
…lower blood pressure. Better Memory Research suggests that listening to classical music can boost memory. A study conducted at the University of Helsinki in Finland indicated that listening to just…
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Cantankerous Classical Composers
…bars of Helsinki for her wayward spouse, especially when deadlines for his compositions were looming. Sibelius’s irresponsible behavior even extended to his professional life, with one instance where he had…
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Sibelius – Andante Festivo
…in Helsinki that was broadcasted to the World Exhibition in New York. This recording is the only known example of Sibelius conducting. The piece features a noble and seamless melody…
