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Albumblätter
Pages from Schumann’s Heart
In the vast regions of musical forms, there lurks a quiet yet evocative gem, often overlooked in favour of grander symphonies or intricate sonatas. The “Albumblatt,” literally translated as “album leaf”, tends to be a short and intimate composition, typically
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Moonlit Moods
The Lyrical Charm of Carl Czerny’s Nocturnes
The Austrian composer, pianist and teacher Carl Czerny (1791–1857) is best known for his extensive pedagogical works, such as his études and exercises. Yet, Czerny was more than just a teacher of technique. He was a visionary who understood the
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Joseph Haydn: 10 Most Ingenious String Quartets
The 68 string quartets by Joseph Haydn revolutionised chamber music and earned him the title “Father of the String Quartet.” Haydn transformed the genre from polite parlour tunes into a dynamic conversation among four instruments. Written primarily between the 1750s
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George Frideric Handel: Eight Great Keyboard Suites (Part 2)
The Eight Great Keyboard Suites by George Frideric Handel are not merely a significant contribution to the keyboard repertoire; they also showcase his versatility and mastery of the keyboard. Handel’s first biographer, John Mainwaring, who published his “Memoirs of the
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Timeless Melodies
The 15 Most Beloved Songs by George Gershwin
A titan of American music, George Gershwin (1898-1937) crafted a catalogue of songs that remain timeless for their melodic brilliance. Blending jazz, classical, and popular influences, and often in collaboration with his brother Ira Gershwin, he produced some of the
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Henryk Wieniawski’s Dazzling Decade
10 Most Electrifying Showstoppers
In the glittering world of the 19th-century violin virtuosi, few shine as bright as Henryk Wieniawski (1835-1880). A prodigy of astonishing technical command and emotional depth, Wieniawski was more than a dazzling performer; he was a composer whose works bridged
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Ottorino Respighi’s Musical Masterpieces
10 Most Popular Works
Ottorino Respighi, born on 9 July 1879, was an Italian composer whose music captured the soul of Italy with vibrant colours and evocative imagery. Born in Bologna, he studied violin and composition, later drawing inspiration from both his native land
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George Frideric Handel: Eight Great Keyboard Suites (Part 1)
We all recognise George Frideric Handel (1685-1759) as a towering figure in English music. He is best known for his oratorios and concerti grossi, like Messiah and the Water Music. Handel is perhaps less well known for his keyboard music,
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