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Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
…School of Jurisprudence, a boarding school in St. Petersburg. This separation from his mother was a traumatic event that left a lasting impact on the young composer. His mother passed…
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Alexander Glazunov
Alexander Glazunov was a Russian composer known for his exceptional musical talent and significant contributions to the classical music world. Early Life Born on August 10, 1865, in St. Petersburg,…
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Mily Balakirev
…notable local pianist and composer, he honed his skills on the piano. Career At the age of 18, Balakirev moved to St. Petersburg, eager to pursue a career in music….
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Benjamin Britten
…emigrated to the United States with his lifelong partner, the tenor Peter Pears, seeking refuge from the tensions in Europe. During his time abroad, Britten composed Sinfonia da Requiem and…
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Muzio Clementi
…he encountered leading musicians of the time, including Joseph Haydn and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. During his tour, he performed for Queen Marie Antoinette at the Palace of Versailles, further solidifying…
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Child Prodigies – Exploring the Music of Great Young Classical Composers
…take a look at some of these young geniuses and explore their contributions to the world of classical music. 1. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791) Mozart is often hailed as the…
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Classical Clips Top 10: Classical Music for Kids
…entire suite that has corresponding videography of the animals to watch while listening. Peter and the Wolf by Sergei Prokofiev This musical tale uses different instruments to represent characters in…
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Franz Schubert
Franz Peter Schubert had a profound influence on the development of music during the late classical and early romantic periods. Despite his tragically short life, Schubert’s legacy continues to reverberate…
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Canon in D – Johann Pachelbel
Canon in D by Johann Pachelbel arranged by Jason Waldron. Visit http://wolfgangvrecun.npage.de for more compositions by Wolfgang Vrecun.
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Wynton Marsalis Performs A Trumpeter’s Lullaby
Wynton Marsalis is a prominent jazz musician and classical instrumentalist. He currently serves as the Musical Director of Jazz at Lincoln Center and has received numerous awards for his musical…
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Schubert – Impromptu in G Flat Major, Op. 90, No. 3 – Performed by Karl Petersson
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Mozart – Serenade from Eine Kleine Nachtmusik
…by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. The serenade is often performed by string orchestras and is considered one of his most famous works. Check out the best Classical Music Playlist at http://www.60s70s80smusic.com…
