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Gabriel Fauré
…compositions are marked by a deep respect for traditional musical forms, which he infused with a freshness of invention and harmonic daring. He was renowned as a composer of chamber…
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Edvard Grieg
…him with a damaged lung that would plague him for the rest of his life. In 1863, Grieg moved to Copenhagen, Denmark, marking a significant turn in his artistic development….
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Aaron Copland
…a concert by the Polish composer-pianist Ignacy Jan Paderewski, Copland decided to become a composer. He began formal lessons in harmony, theory, and composition with Rubin Goldmark, a renowned teacher…
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Manuel Ponce
…Mexican folk elements into his compositions. This period marked a turning point in Ponce’s musical style and laid the foundation for his future works. In 1909, Ponce returned to Mexico…
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Gustav Mahler
…for their emotional depth and far-reaching exploration of the human condition, have etched an indelible mark on the canvas of Western music. The Early Years of Mahler Born on July…
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Igor Stravinsky
…a seminal work of the 20th century, marking a major turning point in Stravinsky’s career. The Swiss Period: 1914-1920 The outbreak of World War I forced Stravinsky to take refuge…
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Georges Bizet
…Bizet’s musical brilliance left an indelible mark on the world of opera. His final work, Carmen, is celebrated as one of the most popular and frequently performed operas in the…
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Zuill Bailey Performs Dvořák Cello Concerto
Zuill Bailey records Dvorak Cello Concerto with Jun Markl and the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra. The live recording showcases the “cellist’s most celebrated concerto.” Bailey, known for his Billboard-topping recording of…
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Spanish Dance No. 2 “Oriental” by Enrique Granados – Guitar Duo
Granados’ Spanish Dance No. 2 (Oriental) performed by Guitar Duo Marko & Neven Ukrainczyk….