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Leif Ove Andsnes (Born April 7, 1970)
Keys to Genius
The Norwegian pianist and chamber musician Leif Ove Andsnes is widely regarded as one of the most accomplished and insightful artists of his generation. He began playing piano at an early age, and his extraordinary talent would soon propel him
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Igor Stravinsky
5 Greatest Ballet Scores
Igor Stravinsky’s ballet scores are not mere compositions. They are living and breathing testaments to the depths of human emotion all poured into sound and movement. Through his groundbreaking collaborations, particularly with the Ballets Russes, Stravinsky produced some of the
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Herbert von Karajan (Born April 5, 1908)
The Last of the Old-School Supermen of Music
Herbert von Karajan, hailed as one of the greatest conductors of orchestral music, exerted total authority and power. Known for his meticulous attention to detail, commanding presence, and a distinctive interpretive style, Karajan left an indelible mark on the world
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Celebrate The English Chamber Orchestra. They’re 65!
Did you know that the English Chamber Orchestra, one of the world’s leading chamber orchestras and most recorded orchestras, is celebrating their 65th anniversary this year? Meet the English Chamber Orchestra. English Chamber Orchestra – Trailer The size of Mozart’s
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Ten of the Happiest Marriages in Classical Music History I
For a variety of reasons, it can be difficult being married to a composer. However, sometimes composers find spouses who support them, encourage them, and, if they’re very lucky, inspire them to write incredible music. In this two-part series, we’re
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Augustin Hadelich (Born April 4, 1984)
Strings of Resilience
German-American violinist Augustin Hadelich is known for his warm, lyrical tone and impeccable precision. Born on 4 April and demonstrating prodigious talent, his career trajectory, however, was nearly derailed by a life-altering accident in 1999 when a fire on his
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Brahms and the Violin
The Three Violin Sonatas
Growing up in Hong Kong, it’s fairly typical that I’ve been a pianist my whole life. I’ve hammered out everything from Bach to Rachmaninoff with a kind of stubborn focus. The piano is my territory; it is familiar, reliable, and
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20 Facts About Classical Music
Interested in dipping your toe in the massive ocean that is classical music? Then keep reading! Today we’re looking at twenty facts about classical music that will give you an overview of what classical music is, its extensive history, its
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