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Antonin Dvorak – Silent Woods for Cello and Orchestra, Op. 68
Seeli Toivio performs Dvorak’s “Silent Woods” with LaTempesta and visiting artists, conducted by Nazanin Aghakhani….
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Fernando Sor
…influenced the evolution of the classical guitar. Quotations and Reception François-Joseph Fetis, a Belgian musicologist, praised Sor, calling him the “Beethoven of the guitar.” Sor’s music, particularly his guitar sonatas,…
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Francisco Tárrega
Francisco Tárrega was a Spanish guitar maestro and composer, credited as the pioneer of modern classical guitar. His profound influence on 20th-century guitar music is indisputable, as he was instrumental…
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Flop or Masterpiece? Ten Classical Works That Made a Comeback
…9. Bellini’s Norma: A Silent Disapproval Vincenzo Bellini’s opera Norma faced a unique challenge during its premiere. The lack of applause, boos, or any other reaction from the audience left…
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Asturias by Isaac Albeniz, Performed by Ian Dyball
Ian Dyball plays Asturias by Isaac Albeniz on a Yamaha ‘silent’ guitar. He is an electric guitar tutor with a research interest in the performance mind. Subscribe and follow his…
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Smetana – Moldau from Ma Vlast
Check out my video featuring the silent brook set to Smetana’s Moldau music! The full version is on my NatureandClassic channel, but here’s a shortened version: [link]. It includes footage…
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Edvard Grieg – En Svane
…Håkan Hagegård, a talented Swedish baritone. The poem describes a swan that glides silently and peacefully, always listening and watching. In the end, the swan sings its final song before…
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Andre Rieu Performs Johann Strauss Medley
Andre Rieu performs a medley of popular songs, including “Als flotter Geist,” “Song of Barinkay,” “2nd Wienerblut,” “Lips are Silent,” and “Tanzen möcht ich.”…
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Minuet in G by Bach – Piano Tutorial
…For a fun challenge, try playing America or Auld Lang Syne. And if you’re feeling festive, learn how to play Silent Night or The First Noel with our easy-to-follow tutorials….
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How Beethoven Created Incredible Music as a Deaf Composer
…to hear it or playing a piano that sounds silent to your ears. This was Beethoven’s reality. His deafness forced him into a private, insular world, significantly altering his public…
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First Classical Concert? What to Know Before You Go
…ever unsure, just follow the crowd. You don’t want to be the only one clapping in a silent concert hall! Hearty applause is given at the end of each complete…
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Ravel’s Bolero on Classical Guitar
Ravel’s Bolero on Classical Guitar. Free tabs/notes available at http://cdbaby.com/cd/randynyborg4. Latest CD includes Malaguena and Other Spanish Guitar Favorites. My arrangement features a duet of guitar and violin. Guitar notes…
