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Die Fledermaus – Complete Operetta by Strauss
Die Fledermaus operetta with English subtitles, featuring music by Johann Strauss II. Conducted by Karl Böhm and performed by Vienna State Opera Chorus and Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra. (Note: 49 words)…
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Strauss Waltz Medley by Marrina Waks
Marina presents the Beautiful Blue Danube concert featuring Strauss Waltzes and performances by Andre Rieu, the Vienna Philharmonic orchestra, and a salute to Budapest and Vienna. The concert also includes…
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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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Muzio Clementi
…repertoire. In 1770, Clementi embarked on a European tour, showcasing his exceptional talents as a pianist. His travels took him to prominent musical centers such as Paris and Vienna, where…
