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Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 5
…greatest pianists of his time and was the last prominent representative of Russian late Romanticism in classical music. He often featured the piano in his compositions, showcasing his own skills…
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Nocturne in E Flat Major – Chopin
Vi performs Chopin’s Nocturne in E Flat Major. Frédéric-François Chopin, a renowned Polish composer, is considered one of the greatest pianists. He exclusively composed for the piano and adopted the…
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Guitar Performance of Chopin’s Waltz in A Minor, Op. Posthumous
Dang Truong Giang performs Chopin’s haunting Waltz in A minor Op. Posth on classical guitar. This piece is known for its delicate beauty and is a favorite among amateur pianists….
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Mendelssohn – Songs without Words, Op. 19, No. 1
…published posthumously. The piano grew in popularity during this era and the pieces appealed to pianists of various abilities. Despite their popularity, some critics underrate their musical value. Quoted from…
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Mozart – Rondo Alla Turca
The melody line is the most important element in piano playing. In left-handed piano, it is played with the left hand, which means left-handed pianists don’t have to switch hands….
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Mozart – Concerto No. 21 for Piano and Orchestra, K. 467
…flute, oboes, bassoons, horns (in pairs), tympani and strings. Enjoy it for relaxation or as a lullaby for babies, children or pregnant women. It’s also famous with virtuoso classical pianists….
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Mozart D Minor Fantasie with Cadenza
Mozart’s d-minor Fantasie was left incomplete by the composer, with the last 10 bars added by his publisher. Pianists have offered various solutions to complete it, including Mitsuko Uchida recomposing…
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Beethoven Hammerklavier Sonata, Op. 106, 4th Movement, Played by Garrick Ohlsson
…of this piece, but Ohlsson’s performance showcases both technical skill and interpretive beauty. Ohlsson stands out among pianists with his memorable recitals, distinguishing himself from others who deliver robotic performances….
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Domenico Scarlatti
…This included many of his sonatas, which were recorded and produced in the 20th century. Pianists, harpsichordists, and even accordionists have performed and recorded his sonatas, each bringing their unique…
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John Williams
…aimed to become a concert pianist, but after hearing the performance of other talented pianists like John Browning and Van Cliburn, he shifted his focus to composition. A Stellar Career…
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Sergei Rachmaninoff
…a pianist soared. His performances were characterized by a unique blend of technical precision and emotional expressiveness, earning him a place among the greatest pianists of his time. The Final…
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L. M. Gottschalk – The Union, Op.48
…live performance of Gottschalk’s “The Union” and try to recognize the familiar tunes. This piece, composed in 1862, was praised by Chopin as the work of “The King of Pianists.”…
