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Blessed Are They That Fear the Lord – Henry Purcell
Purcell’s “Blessed Are They That Fear the Lord,” Z.5. Performed by Philip Ledger and the Choir of King’s College, Cambridge….
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How Beethoven Created Incredible Music as a Deaf Composer
…understand the performers and that he struggled to hear high notes and soft voices, although loud sounds were painfully intolerable. Despite his fears and the potential impact on his career,…
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The Emotional Power of Classical Music: How Timeless Pieces Invoke Our Deepest Feelings
…piece. The following sections delve into how classical music can evoke various feelings, such as happiness, sadness, anger, fear, relaxation, and more. Happy and Excited Classical Music Some classical pieces…
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Behind the Curtain: The Life of a Classical Musician
…themselves grappling with self-doubt and the fear of failure, particularly when faced with challenging pieces or high-stakes performances. Audience Connection Classical music is not a monologue; it is a dialogue…
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Prokofiev – Diabolical Suggestions, Performed by Aloysio Rachid
“Devilish Inspiration” is an erudite, percussive piece of music composed by Sergei Prokofiev in 1935. The composer’s modern Russian style creates a sense of mystery, suspense, terror and fear. With…
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Georges Bizet
…murder initially sparked fears of offending audiences, and Bizet himself was convinced of its failure, Carmen would eventually become one of the most celebrated operas in history. Death and Legacy…
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Mahler – Das Klagende Lied, Performed by Sydney Symphony Orchestra
…performance includes singers, the Sydney Philharmonia Choirs, and two orchestras. Don’t miss this magical and mysterious journey into nature and childhood fears. Subscribe to the Sydney Opera House for more…
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Henry Purcell
…sacred works. His anthems, such as “Blessed are they that fear the Lord,” “Lord, who can tell,” and “I was glad,” were composed for special occasions and became integral to…
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Fernando Sor
…“afrancesado” (Francophile). When the Spaniards reclaimed their land from the French in 1813, Sor, along with other afrancesados, feared retribution and fled to France, leaving his homeland forever. Sor’s Parisian…
