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Rachmaninoff – Prelude No. 5, Op. 23
…rondo structure. It starts with a march-like section, transitions into a more lyrical and melancholic part, and then returns to the initial theme. Despite its intensity, the prelude ends on…
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Mendelssohn – Songs without Words, Op. 19, No. 1
Felix Mendelssohn’s Songs without Words (Lieder ohne Worte) are short, lyrical piano pieces. They were written at different times throughout Mendelssohn’s life, with eight volumes in total. Two volumes were…
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Franz Schubert
…work, marked by original melodic and harmonic compositions, has inspired and influenced countless composers, including Robert Schumann, Johannes Brahms, and Hugo Wolf. Schubert’s profound understanding of the lyrical beauty mirrored…
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Sergei Rachmaninoff
…long, lyrical melodies, rich orchestration, and emotional depth, continues to captivate listeners worldwide. Rachmaninoff may have been the last great figure of the tradition of Russian Romanticism, but his music…
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Frédéric Chopin
…reflects a perfect blend of his classical training and the romantic spirit of the era. His works are recognized for their expressive depth, lyrical melodies, harmonic richness, and technical challenges….
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Alexander Borodin
…Quartet No. 2 in D major is one of his most beloved chamber works, known for its lyrical beauty and expressive depth. He also composed symphonies, including the unfinished Symphony…
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Molly on the Shore by Percy Grainger – Air Force Band
Percy Grainger’s “Molly on the Shore” is a technically and lyrically demanding piece in wind band literature. Performed by the United States Air Force Band….
