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Paul Hindemith’s Symphonic Metamorphoses on Themes of Weber, 3 of 4 (1955)
Hindemith conducts Symphonic Metamorphoses 3/4.
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Symphonic Metamorphoses on Themes by Carl Maria von Weber
Hindemith conducts Symphonic Metamorphoses 1955.
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Camille Saint-Saëns
…a dark period in Saint-Saëns’ life. Despite these personal tragedies, Saint-Saëns continued to produce some of his most popular works, including the symphonic poem Danse Macabre and the opera Samson…
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America’s First Orchestra
…first symphony orchestra in the United States. It was 1842. John Tyler was the president. The initial discovery of gold in California had just been documented earlier in the year….
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Maurice Ravel
Maurice Ravel, a name synonymous with musical innovation and the creator of a rich tapestry of orchestral and instrumental textures, was one of the most influential composers of the 20th…
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Beethoven’s Für Elise for Piano & Orchestra, Featuring Georgii Cherkin
Experience the world premiere of the first known version of Beethoven’s Für Elise for piano and symphony orchestra. While the piano part remains unchanged, the addition of the orchestra enhances…
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Sleigh Ride by Leroy Anderson, Played by The Boston Pops Orchestra
…Pops Orchestra. It became a hit record and a signature song for the orchestra. Although the original mono version has never been available on CD, a later re-recording from 1959…
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Classical Clips Top 10: Classical Music for Kids
…bright, majestic, and exciting enough to keep the attention of small children. Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra by Benjamin Britten This piece introduces the instruments of the orchestra, showcasing…
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Leroy Anderson
…storyline. This experience did not deter Anderson from his primary passion—composing orchestral miniatures. His works, including “The Typewriter,” “Bugler’s Holiday,” and “A Trumpeter’s Lullaby,” are still performed by orchestras and…
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Bruckner 4th Symphony
One of the best symphonic endings ever from Bruckner’s 4th Symphony….
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Anton Bruckner
…demonstrating his mature symphonic style with expansive structures and harmonic exploration. Symphony No. 4 Perhaps his most famous, Symphony No. 4 showcases his mastery of orchestration and emotional depth, earning…
