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Leonard Bernstein
…symphonic and orchestral music. He composed music for ballet, film, theatre, choral works, opera, chamber music, and piano. One of his best-known compositions is West Side Story, a Broadway musical…
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Iphigénie en Aulide and Iphigénie en Tauride – Operas by Christoph Gluck
From the Grand Théâtre de Provence, Dmitri Tcherniakov stages two of Gluck’s French operas in a single production where Iphigenia, the daughter of Clytemnestra and Agamemnon, engaged in war against…
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Georges Bizet
Born into a family of musicians, Georges Bizet was a French composer whose music has become synonymous with the romantic era. Despite a life cut short by an early death,…
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Frédéric Chopin
…on piano music is immeasurable. As the Romantic era’s master, Chopin’s legacy continues to inspire and mesmerize music lovers, making him a timeless figure in the world of classical music….
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Maurice Ravel
…worldwide. His meticulous craftsmanship, coupled with his profound emotional sensitivity, firmly established Ravel as one of the most influential figures in classical music. Through his music, Ravel stands as a…
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Gaetano Donizetti
…of operas, written in both Italian and French, and his work is widely recognized as a bridge between the styles of Gioachino Rossini and Giuseppe Verdi. Donizetti’s operas are renowned…
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Igor Stravinsky
…have left an indelible impact on the world of classical music. His legacy continues to inspire musicians and artists worldwide, proving that Stravinsky’s music transcends time, resonating with audiences even…
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Saint-Saëns – Danse Macabre
Danse Macabre is a composition by French composer Camille Saint-Saëns, first performed in 1875. It is based on a poem by Henri Cazalis, which explores the old French superstition of…
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Fauré – Requiem, Op. 48 – Pie Jesu
Gabriel Urbain Fauré (1845-1924) was a renowned French composer, organist, pianist, and teacher. His influential musical style impacted many composers of the 20th century. Fauré’s mastery of the French art…
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Telemann – Concerto for Flauto Traverso and Strings in G Major, Part 2
…flute soloist Cuauhetemoc Trejo. The concerto, influenced by French and Polish music, consists of four character movements instead of the usual three, resembling a French orchestra suite. ArsAntiguaPresents.com, directed by…
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10 of the Craziest Musical Instruments Used in Classical Music
(sponsored) When you think of classical music, you probably picture violins, pianos, and trumpets. But did you know some composers have used super weird instruments to create their masterpieces? Classical…
