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Erik Satie
…to be performed and appreciated by audiences worldwide. As we continue to explore and appreciate Satie’s music, his legacy as a groundbreaking composer and musical maverick continues to be celebrated….
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Camille Saint-Saëns
Charles-Camille Saint-Saëns, a name that resonates with musical prowess and genius, was a musical prodigy whose impact on the Romantic era of music was profound and enduring. Known for his…
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Bedřich Smetana
…deafness in one ear. Despite this setback, he continued to compose, producing the cycle of six symphonic poems under the collective title Ma vlast (My Country) between 1874 and 1879….
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Hummel Trumpet Concerto in E Flat major – Performed by Tina Horvat
Tina Horvat performs Hummel’s Trumpet Concerto in E flat major with the Zagreb Philharmonic orchestra, conducted by Tomislav Fačini. The concerto has three movements: Allegro con spirito, Andante, and Rondo….
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Mozart – Violin Concerto in D Major, No. 4, KV. 218 & Violin Sonata in B Flat Major, KV. 378
…In 1998, she won first prize at an international competition in Italy and the following year, she won another first prize in Japan. Monika studied at the Prague Conservatory from…
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Mozart – Six Haydn String Quartets –
…Quartet in E-Flat Major, K. 428 String Quartet in B-Flat Major, K. 458 “The Hunt” String Quartet in A Major, K. 464 String Quartet in C Major, K. 465 “Dissonance”…
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Johann Strauss I
…first played. Strauss’s Musical Legacy Strauss’s contributions to music extended beyond his compositions. He was instrumental in transforming the waltz from a rustic peasant dance into a sophisticated musical form…
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Clara Schumann
…contributions to music. Despite societal norms that often undermined women’s artistic pursuits, Clara’s talent, determination, and passion for music shone through. Her legacy as a virtuosic pianist, a pioneering composer,…
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Gustav Holst
…funeral was held at the Chichester Cathedral, where music composed by Gustav himself and his close associate Vaughan Williams was played. Gustav Holst’s music transcends time and continues to inspire…
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Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Often hailed as the most popular Russian composer in history, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s musical legacy continues to inspire and influence the world of classical music. His passionate melodies, expressive harmonies,…
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Franz Liszt
…Years In 1833, Liszt met Comtesse Marie d’Agoult, whose love and support inspired his musical creations. Over the next few years, Liszt’s reputation as a concert pianist skyrocketed. His concerts…
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Joseph Haydn
…depth and dramatic contrasts. He experimented with unusual key changes, abrupt tempo shifts, and complex harmonies, continually pushing the boundaries of music. Humour in Haydn’s Music One characteristic aspect of…
