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Stabat Mater by Rossini
…a sublime musical portrayal of the Virgin Mary watching her son die. Other recent releases by Pappano and the Roman orchestra include Verdi Requiem, Respighi’s ‘Roman Trilogy’, Tchaikovsky Symphonies 4-6,…
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Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 2 – 1st Movement – The Little Russian
…http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ejrE9rclcaM. Learn more about the orchestra at http://www.syo.com.au. Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840-1893) was a Russian composer known for his works in various genres including symphonies, operas, ballets, and chamber music….
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Beethoven – Fur Elise on Guitar
Beethoven, known for his mastery in musical construction, used interlocking thematic devices and recurring motifs to achieve unity in his compositions. He innovated in various genres including symphonies, concerti, sonatas,…
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Dmitri Shostakovich
…as a major composer. A Career Marked by Highs and Lows Throughout his career, Shostakovich continued to produce a huge volume of work, including 15 symphonies, six concerti, 15 string…
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John Williams
…has composed numerous works for the concert stage. These include two symphonies, concertos for flute, violin, clarinet, viola, oboe, and tuba. He has also filled commissions by several of the…
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Robert Schumann
…herself, often performed Schumann’s works, popularizing his compositions. Following their marriage, Schumann experienced a creative explosion. He composed two symphonies, an Overture, Scherzo, and Finale, and expanded the Phantasie in…
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Johannes Brahms
Johannes Brahms was a German composer and pianist who left an indelible mark on the world of music. His symphonies, concerti, chamber music, piano works, and choral compositions have transcended…
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Antonín Dvořák
…his time in Zlonice. Struggles and Strides in Music The 1860s were challenging years for Dvořák. Struggling with limited resources and time, he composed numerous works, including two symphonies, an…
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Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
…His ballets, in particular, have become cornerstones of the classical repertoire, and his symphonies and concertos are celebrated for their lyricism and expression. Despite the personal struggles and societal pressures…
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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
…to symphonies, concertos, chamber, choral, instrumental, and vocal music, continues to inspire and captivate music lovers worldwide. His legacy is a testament to his immense talent and dedication to his…
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Alexander Glazunov
…studied composition with Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, under whose guidance he flourished as a composer and orchestral conductor. Works and Accomplishments Glazunov’s compositions, which spanned various genres including symphonies, ballets, operas, chamber…
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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…
