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Chopin – Polonaise Militaire, Op. 40, No. 1
…English: POLONAISE MILITARY In French: POLONAISE MILITAIRE Author: CHOPIN (1810-1849) POLAND Name: FRÉDÉRIC FRANÇOIS CHOPIN Album: CHOPIN’S 10 POLONAISES Genre: INTERNATIONAL ERUDIT MUSIC Style: 19th century european romanticism Shares: 282…
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Gustav Holst
Often called the ‘Musical Maverick’, Gustav Holst etched his name in the annals of music history with his innovative compositions that combined diverse styles, from English Romanticism to international flavors…
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J. N. Hummel – Piano Sonata in F Minor, 1st Movement
J.N. Hummel (1778-1837) was an Austrian composer and virtuoso pianist known for his transition from classicism to romanticism. His piano music showcases virtuosity, sentimental-romantic nature, and exquisite melodics. Unlike Beethoven,…
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La Pajarera by Manuel Maria Ponce
“La Pajarera” by Rigoberto González is a unique song transcribed for guitar by Mexican composer Manuel Maria Ponce. It beautifully portrays our customs and the romanticism of its time through…
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Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 5
…greatest pianists of his time and was the last prominent representative of Russian late Romanticism in classical music. He often featured the piano in his compositions, showcasing his own skills…
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Tchaikovsky – None But The Lonely Hearts, Op. 6
…Sehnsucht kennt,” inspired many Romantic lieder composers. Tchaikovsky’s setting features a syncopated chordal accompaniment and chromatic harmonies that convey a sense of desolate yearning. It exemplifies the heart of Romanticism….
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Luigi Alva Performs Un’aura Amorosa from Mozart’s Cosi Fan Tutte
…renowned Italian Romanticism artist known for his historical paintings and portraits. Hayez came from a poor family in Venice and was apprenticed to an art restorer before studying under painter…
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Dmitri Shostakovich
…Romanticism of Gustav Mahler. The Struggle with Political Intervention However, Shostakovich’s music was not always welcomed with open arms. The Soviet government demanded a direct and popular style, which led…
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Samuel Barber
…by literary allusions and characterized by tonality, resonate with an inherently American feel while showcasing a strong penchant for traditional romanticism. Barber’s composition style, underscored by emotive warmth and restraint,…
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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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Isaac Albéniz – Suite Española, Op. 47
…suite showcases Albéniz’s nationalist style influenced by Felipe Pedrell. The pieces are pictures of various Spanish regions and reflect the Romanticism era. This suite highlights Albéniz’s refined and stylized approach…
