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Aufschwung by Robert Schumann – Performance by Kim Schmill
Kim Schmill beautifully performs Robert Schumann’s “Aufschwung” at her first concert, receiving a well-deserved first place. YAY KIM!…
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Andor Földes Plays Schumann’s Aufschwung, Op. 12, No. 2
Andor Földes performs Schumann’s “Aufschwung”, op.12 no.2 – part of Schumann’s Fantasiestücke, op.12, a collection of eight piano pieces from 1837. Inspired by E.T.A. Hoffmann’s “Fantasiestücke in Callots Manier” from…
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Emma Gingold Performs Aufschwung from Schumann’s Fantasiestücke
Emma Gingold performs Schumann’s “Aufschwung” – Knox College, 2010….
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Richard Wagner – Götterdämmerung – Der Ring des Nibelungen – Act 1 Part 10 – Hier Sitz’ Ich Zur Wacht
Richard Wagner’s “Götterdämmerung” is the final opera in the “Der Ring des Nibelungen” series. Wagner’s unique approach to drama blends music, singing, poetry, and psychology, creating compositions that require introspection…
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Schubert – Death and the Maiden Quartet in D Minor
…movement is adapted from Schubert’s song “Death and the Maiden”. Ariel Dorfman’s play and Roman Polanski’s film, both titled “Death and the Maiden,” are named after this quartet. (60 words)…
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Schubert’s Death and the Maiden Quartet in D Minor – Andante Con Moto 1 of 2- Performed by the Takacs Quartet
The “Death and the Maiden” Quartet in D minor by Franz Schubert is a popular composition. It was written in 1824, shortly after Schubert’s health declined. The second movement of…
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Béla Bartók – The Wooden Prince, Performed by WDR Sinfonieorchester
Béla Bartók’s ballet, The Wooden Prince, performed by the WDR Symphony Orchestra under conductor Cristian Măcelaru. Includes eight dances: Introduction, Dance of the princess in the forest, Dance of the…
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Richard Wagner
…“Rienzi” was premiered in Dresden to much applause. The success of “Rienzi” placed Wagner under the spotlight and led to his appointment as the director of the Dresden Opera. Over…
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Gershwin’s Summertime – Performed by Dileesa
“Degreed vocal coach offering lessons in Atlanta, GA and online via Facetime/Skype. Book at www.dileesa.com for a stronger, healthier voice.”…
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Two Bourées from Bach’s Cello Suite No. 4
Peter Constant performs Bach’s Bourées 1&2 from cello suite BWV 1010 on a 4-string classical (contra)bass guitar with a scale length of 88cm. The guitar was made by luthier Graham…
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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
…his final return to Salzburg with his father from Italy in 1773, Mozart secured a position as a court musician under the ruler of Salzburg, Prince-Archbishop Hieronymus Colloredo. During his…
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Francisco Tárrega
…study in Barcelona. A New Instrument and a Change of Heart In Barcelona, Tárrega had his first taste of a quality guitar, crafted by the renowned luthier, Antonio Torres. The…
