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Sergei Prokofiev
Sergei Prokofiev, a Russian composer and pianist, has left an indelible mark on the world of music. Lauded for his eclectic compositions that stretched across various genres, Prokofiev’s musical prowess…
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Serge Prokofiev – Peter and the Wolf
…performances of Prokofiev’s Piano Concerto No. 1 in B major (1951) and Piano Concerto No. 2 in E flat major (1966). Additionally, collectionCB2 includes Prokofiev’s “Four Portraits and a Denouement”…
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How Beethoven Created Incredible Music as a Deaf Composer
…2013, a study published in The Laryngoscope supported this theory, proposing that Beethoven’s prolonged consumption of lead-tainted wine was a likely contributor to his hearing loss. As Beethoven’s hearing deteriorated,…
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Rozhdestvensky Conducts Prokofiev’s Symphony No. 7 – 1st Movement
Rozhdestvensky conducts Prokofiev’s Symphony No. 7, completed in 1952. The original soft ending is used by Rozhdestvensky in the final movement, as intended by Prokofiev. Recorded in 1969 and re-released…
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Rimsky Korsakov – Procession of the Nobles from Mlada – Act 2, Scene 3
…project in 1872. The Procession of the Nobles appears in Act 2, Scene 3. Explore more of Rimsky Korsakov’s music here: [YouTube playlist link]. Subscribe to The Wicked North for…
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Mozart’s Duet Sull’Aria, Performed by Susanna Proskura & Timeea Szentkiraly
Susanna Proskura & Timeea Szentkiraly perform Mozart’s duet from “The Marriage of Figaro.” Countess Szentkiraly represents Romania, while Susanna Proskura is from Germany. The video is by Tudor Bolgar. The…
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Child Prodigies – Exploring the Music of Great Young Classical Composers
…enfant terrible of classical music. This prodigious composer started creating masterpieces at the tender age of 13. Can you imagine writing symphonies while your peers are busy trading Pokémon cards?…
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Selections from Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf
Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf includes ducklings and selections from the classic….
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Dance of the Knights by Sergei Prokofiev
“The Apprentice (UK) Theme Tune – Dance of the Knights by Sergei Prokofiev, uploaded for entertainment purposes.”…
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Montagues & Capulets by Sergei Prokofiev
Montagues & Capulets by Sergei Prokofiev – Montagues & Capulets…
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Prokofiev – Dance of the Knights
Prokofiev’s “Romeo and Juliet – Montagues and Capulets,” also known as “Dance of the Knights,” is a dark and atmospheric piece from the ballet. It has become a signature tune…
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Prokofiev’s Symphony No. 1
Enjoy this wonderful recording of Prokofiev’s ‘Classical’ Symphony played by the Boston Symphony Orchestra under Sergei Koussevitsky. Sound quality is great for a 1947 recording….