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Bach – Kommt, Ihr Töchter – Opening Chorus from Bach’s St. Matthew Passion
The Netherlands Bach Society performs the opening chorus, “Kommt, ihr Töchter,” from Bach’s St. Matthew Passion (BWV 244). Conducted by Jos van Veldhoven, the piece tells the story of Jesus’…
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Bach’s St. Matthew Passion, BWV 244 – Netherlands Bach Society
The Netherlands Bach Society performs Bach’s St. Matthew Passion for All of Bach. Since 1870, the Netherlands has had a tradition of annual performances. The Bach Society was formed in…
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Behind the Curtain: The Life of a Classical Musician
Behind the enchanting melodies and captivating performances of classical music lies a world of dedication, discipline, and passion. Beyond the concert halls and stage lights, classical artists walk a remarkable…
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Fernando Sor
…guitar being perceived as an inferior, plebeian instrument compared to its orchestral counterparts, Sor took to it like a fish to water. His passion for music soon started to eclipse…
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Carl Maria von Weber
…and a pioneering composer of the Romantic era. His life and works, filled with a harmonious blend of passion, talent, and dedication, have left a lasting impact in the realm…
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Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov
…in his music. Two of his best-known orchestral works, the musical tableau Sadko and Scheherazade, were possibly influenced by his passion for the ocean. A Prolific Career: Composing, Conducting, and…
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Richard Wagner
…boy, leading him to participate in numerous performances. Wagner’s aptitude for music surfaced during his schooling years in Dresden. Despite an initial struggle with piano scales, Wagner’s passion for musical…
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Georg Philipp Telemann
…young Telemann to pursue his passion for music. Self-taught, he displayed an early aptitude for numerous instruments, including the violin, flute, oboe, viola da gamba, recorder, double bass, and various…
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Max Bruch
…August Bruch, was a maestro who spun melodies that resonated deeply with his audience. His life, marked by an unwavering passion for music, led him to create an array of…
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Zdeněk Fibich
…Moscheles. His time at the conservatory was instrumental in honing his musical prowess and igniting his passion for composing. Moving Back to Prague and Early Compositions After completing his education,…
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Leonard Bernstein
…of the radio and the melodies of Friday night services at the local synagogue. However, Bernstein’s true passion for music was ignited when his aunt’s upright piano was left at…
