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Johann Strauss II – Tales from Vienna Woods
…being a shortened version without the intro, it still features the zither theme at the end. The Vienna Symphony Orchestra plays it brilliantly and even the Vienna Philharmonics can’t do…
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Romeo & Juliet Fantasy-Overture – Tchaikovsky
Tchaikovsky’s Romeo & Juliet Fantasy-Overture is a symphonic poem based on Shakespeare’s tragic romance. It introduced me to Tchaikovsky and got me hooked on classical music two years ago. While…
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Jean-Baptiste Lully
…and development of the French overture. He introduced the grand French overture, characterized by its majestic opening followed by a fast-paced section, which became a standard form in French Baroque…
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Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 2, Op. 18, 1st Movement – Moderato
…premiered in October 1901 with Rachmaninoff as the soloist. Known for its memorable melodies and Russian character, the opening movement begins with piano tolling before introducing the main theme. This…
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Gioachino Rossini – Overture from La Scala di Seta
…a limited introduction, arias for the main quartet of singers, and a central ensemble. Though each opera has its own designation, they are all considered important parts of this quintet….
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Canon in D for Classical Guitar – Includes Tab
…intro, tabs, power chords, and Bossa Nova. The composer is Johann Pachelbel. For more information about Pachelbel, check out http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Johann_Pachelbel. Don’t forget to watch the Pachelbel rant on YouTube. Please…
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Brahms’ Piano Concerto No. 2, 4th Movement – Allegretto Grazioso
…with a faster coda at the end. The first section features two themes played by the piano and repeated by the orchestra. The second section introduces three themes with different…
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Daniel Gortler Performs Allegro by Schumann
…Competition in 1984. His previous recordings include Mendelssohn Songs Without Words and Schubert songs with soprano Sharon-Rostorf Zamir. This Schumann collection is a delightful introduction to his playing. (69 words)…
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Ravel’s String Quartet in F Major, 1st Movement, Allegro Moderato, Performed by the Hagen Quartet
The Hagen Quartet’s performance of Maurice Ravel’s String Quartet in F – Allegro moderato, Très doux (1/4) is regarded as the best rendition. The first movement introduces the main theme…
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Morning Mood by Grieg, Played by Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra
…it a perfect introduction to classical music for novices and an exciting experience for seasoned listeners. Also available on the album are additional tracks from Peer Gynt Suite No. 1….
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Telemann Flute Fantasia No. 1 in A Major, TWV 40 – Vivace-Allegro
…individual pieces. The A-Major fantasia includes a vivace with adagio-allegro tempo changes and an allegro minuet, serving as a rhetorical introduction to the cycle. The painting depicts Johann Joaquim Quantz…
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Bruch Scottish Fantasy, Op. 46 – Finale – Allegro Guerriero
…there is also a Scottish Fantasy for violin and orchestra composed by Max Bruch, which includes an introduction followed by four movements. The links to each movement can also be…
