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Behind the Curtain: The Life of a Classical Musician
…making self-care an essential aspect of a musician’s life. Emotional Toll The life of a classical musician is not just physically demanding; it can also take a significant emotional toll….
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Johann Sebastian Bach
Johann Sebastian Bach was a revered Baroque-era composer for his innovative compositions and stylistic innovations. Born in 1685, his music continues to resonate through the ages, enchanting listeners with its…
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Liszt – Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2
Franz Liszt’s Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2 is the most famous of his set of 19 Hungarian Rhapsodies. It showcases exceptional piano virtuosity and has gained widespread popularity, even appearing in…
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Modest Mussorgsky
…their vivid portrayal of Russian life and culture. Mussorgsky was a member of the group known as “The Five,” a circle of Russian composers dedicated to promoting a distinctly Russian…
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Edvard Grieg
…Here, he met the Norwegian composer Rikard Nordraak, whose friendship and influence sparked Grieg’s interest in Norwegian folk music and his own Norwegian identity. Grieg’s association with Nordraak led him…
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Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov
…His compositions often drew from Russian folk songs and folklore, which he believed contributed to the creation of a distinct Russian style. His symphonic suite, Scheherazade, and the Capriccio Espagnol…
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Mily Balakirev
Mily Alexeyevich Balakirev was a prominent Russian composer, conductor, and pianist who played a crucial role in the development of Russian classical music during the 19th century. Early Life Born…
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Alexander Borodin
Alexander Porfiryevich Borodin was a prominent Russian composer, chemist, and doctor who played a crucial role in the development of Russian classical music during the Romantic era. His life was…
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Igor Stravinsky
…significantly influenced Stravinsky’s musical development. The Russian Period: 1902-1914 Stravinsky’s early creative phase, often referred to as the “Russian Period,” was characterized by a rich immersion in Russian folklore and…
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George Frideric Handel
…his career, giving him the opportunity to compose his first opera, Almira. Italian Sojourn Intrigued by Italian music styles, Handel embarked on an Italian grand tour in 1706. He composed…
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Béla Bartók
Recognized for his contribution as a Hungarian composer, ethnomusicologist, and pianist, Béla Bartók’s work significantly influenced the direction of 20th-century music. Known for his infusion of Hungarian flavor in his…
