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Leonard Bernstein Conducts Beethoven Symphony No. 9 at the Berlin Celebration Concert (1989)
Leonard Berstein conducts Beethoven’s 9th symphony at the celebration of the fall of the Berlin wall, uniting Germany….
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Canon by Pachelbel
…their movements, and when they’re added. The latter part of the piece is a joyful celebration as all three voices come together. It’s called “Le Canon de Pachebel – canon…
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From Village to Concert Hall: The Journey of Folk Melodies
…and lyrics that reflect the everyday life, struggles, and joys of the people. Folk music frequently serves a functional role, accompanying activities such as harvest celebrations or communal dances. Evolution…
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Sibelius’ Finlandia – Op. 26
“Finlandia” is a tone poem by Finnish composer Jean Sibelius, written in 1899 and revised in 1900 for the Press Celebrations of that year. Listen on The Wicked North’s YouTube…
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Steuermann, Lass Die Wacht! from Flying Dutchman by Wagner
…helmsman to leave his post and join them in celebration, defying the dangers of cliffs and storms. They invite him to drink and have fun together, while laughing at the…
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Fauré Piano Quartet No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 15. 1st Movement
Artists perform Fauré’s Piano Quartet No.1 in C minor, Op. 15 in celebration of his 150th Birthday. The New York Times critic praises the quartet’s rhythmic mastery and vibrant string…
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Beethoven Symphony No. 9
Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9, “Choral,” conducted by Karajan in 1977, is a legendary performance by the Berlin Philharmonic. This recording was made on New Year’s Eve in celebration of Karajan’s…
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Leonard Bernstein
…the atom bomb. In 1989, he conducted the historic “Berlin Celebration Concerts” on both sides of the Berlin Wall as it was being dismantled. Final Years In the later years…
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Full Performance of Má Vlast by Smetana – Bamberg Symphony Orchestra
Experience the Czech countryside in Bedřich Smetana’s symphonic suite, Má vlast (My Country). This vibrant celebration of landscape, castles, and warriors features the captivating melody of ‘Vltava’….
