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In questa tomba oscura, WoO133, is the result of a musical challenge issued in 1807-1808, when composers were invited to set the poem by Giuseppe Carpani (1752-1825), an Italian poet resident in Vienna. Sixty-three composers obliged, but Beethoven’s...

String Quartet No. 15 in A minor, Op. 132, by Ludwig van Beethoven, was written in 1825.The five movements of the quartet are: I. Assai sostenuto - Allegro (A minor)II. Allegro ma non tanto (A major)III. Molto adagio - Andante (F Lydian)IV. Alla marcia,...

Ludwig van Beethoven (1770 - 1827) was a seminal German composer. He had a significant influence on the transition from the Classical to the Romantic era of music, and to this day he is considered to be one the most celebrated and important composers of...

Ludwig van Beethoven (1770 - 1827) was a seminal German composer. He had a significant influence on the transition from the Classical to the Romantic era of music, and to this day he is considered to be one the most celebrated and important composers of...

Beethoven's Adelaide, Op. 46, is a song for solo voice and piano composed in 1795. The text is a poem in German by Friedrich von Matthisson. Ludwig van Beethoven (1770 – 1827) was a seminal German composer. He had a significant influence on the...

"32 Variations in C minor - WoO80" is a score for solo piano composed by Beethoven in 1906. Ludwig van Beethoven (1770 - 1827) was a seminal German composer. He had a significant influence on the transition from the Classical to the Romantic era of...

This volume presents the scores for Beethoven's "25 Scottische Lieder, Op. 108"; or, "25 Scottish Songs". Composed between 1815-18, these dual English- and German-language folk songs were written for one or two voices to be accompanied by piano, cello,...

Composed between 1812-13, these English-language folk songs were written for one or two voices to be accompanied by piano, cello, and violin. This volume is highly recommended for fans of Beethoven's music, and it constitutes a must-have for collectors...

Ludwig van Beethoven (1770 - 1827) was a seminal German composer. He had a significant influence on the transition from the Classical to the Romantic era of music, and to this day he is considered to be one the most celebrated and important composers of...

The Variations for keyboard on a step by Ernst Christoph Dressler WoO 63 by Ludwig van Beethoven were composed in 1782. Ludwig van Beethoven (1770 – 1827) was a seminal German composer. He had a significant influence on the transition from the Classical...

""Nel cor più non mi sento"" (Why feels my heart so dormant) is a soprano aria from act 2 in Giovanni Paisiello's 1788 opera L'amor contrastato, ossia La molinara, usually known as La molinara. This aria was immortalized by Beethoven who composed six...

Beethoven's Six variations on a Swiss song was composed between 1790 and 1792 amd published in 1798. Ludwig van Beethoven (1770 – 1827) was a seminal German composer. He had a significant influence on the transition from the Classical to the Romantic era...

The six songs of opus 75 are a set of independent songs written in 1809. The first three are to texts by Johann Goethe, one of Beethoven's favorite writers. 6 songs:1. Mignon. Ziemlich langsam (A major)2. Neue Liebe, neues Leben. Lebhaft doch nicht zu...

This volume presents the complete score for Johann Sebastian Bach's "Flute Sonata in E-flat Major". Johann Sebastian Bach (1685 - 1750) was a German musician and composer during the Baroque period. He based his work on existing German styles but often...

This volume presents the complete score for Johann Sebastian Bach's "Flute Sonata in C Major". Johann Sebastian Bach (1685 - 1750) was a German musician and composer during the Baroque period. He based his work on existing German styles but often adopted...

This volume presents the complete score for Johann Sebastian Bach's "Flute Sonata in B Minor". Johann Sebastian Bach (1685 - 1750) was a German musician and composer during the Baroque period. He based his work on existing German styles but often adopted...

Johann Sebastian Bach (1685 - 1750) was a German musician and composer during the Baroque period. He based his work on existing German styles but often adopted and adapted textures, rhythms, and forms from other countries, especially from Italy and...

Johann Sebastian Bach (1685 - 1750) was a German musician and composer during the Baroque period. He based his work on existing German styles but often adopted and adapted textures, rhythms, and forms from other countries, especially from Italy and...

Suite No. 1 in G major, BWV 1007The Prelude, mainly consisting of arpeggiated chords, is probably the best known movement from the entire set of suites and is regularly heard on television and in films. Most students begin with this suite as it is...

This vintage book contains a comprehensive treatise of Baroque music. It was written for the music student and music lover, with the aim of acquainting them with this great period of music history and helping them to gain a historical understanding of...

Das Buch ""Der Contrapunct oder Anleitung zur Stimmf�����hrung in der musikalischen Composition"" von Heinrich Bellermann wurde im Jahr 1862 ver������ffentlicht. Es handelt sich um eine Anleitung zur Komposition von Musikst�����cken unter Verwendung von...

Das Buch ""Der Landgrafin Anna Sophie Von Hessen-Darmstadt, Aebtissin Von Quedlinburg, Leben Und Lieder"" wurde im Jahr 1856 von Chr. W. Stromberger ver������ffentlicht. Es beschreibt das Leben und die Lieder der Anna Sophie von Hessen-Darmstadt, die als...

""Cenni Storici Sulla Vita Ed Opere Di Domenico Cimmarosa"" ����� un libro scritto da Camillo Miraglia nel 1900 che fornisce una descrizione completa della vita e delle opere del compositore italiano Domenico Cimmarosa. Il libro ����� diviso in due...

The Musical Times V36, Part 1: And Singing Class Circular (1895) is a book published by Novello Ewer And Company Publisher. This book is a collection of articles and circulars related to music and singing classes that were published in the Musical Times...

The Complete Encyclopedia of Music V1: Elementary, Technical, Historical, Biographical, Vocal, and Instrumental is a comprehensive book written by John W. Moore in 1854. The book covers various aspects of music, including its history, technicalities,...

Step back in time with this collection of early Flemish music. Het Ierste Musyck Boexken (The First Music Book) features a variety of genres such as chansons, dances and carols. Whether you are a music aficionado or simply curious about the music of...

25 études caractéristiques pour le piano, op. 3 est un recueil de compositions pour piano solo. Il a été écrit par Jean Henry Ravina, un compositeur et pianiste français de la fin du XIXe siècle.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally...

This book contains the score for Aleksandr Glazunov's 3rd symphony, one of his most well-known works. Written in 1889, the symphony is characterized by its lush orchestration, soaring melodies, and powerful climaxes. This book is ideal for anyone...

In dieser Untersuchung setzt sich Heinrich Jakob Waltz mit den Arbeitsbedingungen von Orchestermusikern in Deutschland auseinander, wobei er besonders auf die Situation in den Stadtpfeifereien eingeht. Ausgehend von einer historischen Einordnung der...

Une œuvre classique de Rimsky-Korsakov qui a émergé comme une influence majeure sur les compositeurs russes du 19e siècle. Cette symphonie est une émouvante mélodie orchestrale qui a captivé et enchanté les auditeurs pendant plus d'un siècle.This work...

Dieses Buch beschäftigt sich mit der Kulturgeschichte des 18. Jahrhunderts. Insbesondere geht es um die Garelli, eine Gruppe von Musikern, die im 18. Jahrhundert in Europa bekannt waren. Der Autor beschreibt ihre Geschichte und ihr Wirken. Ein...

This account provides a detailed description of the first Edinburgh Musical Festival, a significant event in the history of Scottish music. It includes a critical essay by the author on the role of music in contemporary society.This work has been...

This fascinating volume contains detailed programmes and notes for a series of historical piano recitals given by Carl Wolfsohn in the late 19th century. The book includes biographical sketches of the composers whose works were performed, as well as...

This program provides details on a concert given by the Philharmonic Society, including a list of pieces performed, biographical information on the performers, and notes on the history and context of the music. This is a fascinating glimpse into the...

Les Girondins est un opéra captivant qui raconte l'histoire des révolutionnaires français. Henry Charles Litolff nous offre une œuvre à la fois dramatique et symphonique qui nous plonge dans l'univers de la Révolution française. Un livre essentiel pour...

Découvrez le célèbre poème chorégraphique de Maurice Ravel, La Valse, pour orchestre. Écrite en 1920, cette œuvre est un hommage à la valse viennoise et a été largement reconnue comme l'une des plus grandes contributions de Ravel à la musique classique...

Ce recueil de vingt mélodies romantiques pour chant et piano est un hommage à la beauté de l'amour. Les compositions d'Alexandre Charles Lecocq sont des joyaux de la musique française, empreints de mélancolie et de passion. Ce livre est un cadeau idéal...

This classic book is the definitive work on one of ballet's greatest and most popular works, Swan Lake.The book is in two parts. The first describes the evolution of Swan Lake from its initial conception to its first realisation by the Austrian...

The nature of musical performance has intrigued researchers for a long time. This book explores the contributions and limitations of some of these approaches, be it theoretical, cultural, historical, perceptual, or analytical. Through a detailed...

Composed rapidly during April of 1879 in the wake of his success with the two serenades (Opp.22 and 44), Dvorak this time incorporated Czech folk dances into his new work, which was to be for full orchestra. The term serenade, then more often associated...

Verdi received a request in November of 1869 from the Viceroy of Egypt to compose a commemorative hymn for the opening of the Suez Canal. Verdi refused the request on the grounds that he was not accustomed to writing such ceremonial music. The Viceroy...

At least one of the two works inspired by Nikolaus Lenau's poem on the familiar Faust legend may have been originally composed for piano and later orchestrated . The first, "Der nächliche Zug" is a march-like work not often performed while the second,...

Liszt's dark paraphrase on the Gregorian chant "Dies irae" for piano and orchestra was planned as early as 1838 but actually composed between 1847 and 1853, with a revision in 1864. The work was given its premiere in this revised version in the Hague,...

Liszt's second concerto had its beginnings in 1839 or 1840 and was subjected to a number of revisions until 1861. The first performance, on January 7, 1857, featured the composer conducting the Weimar Staatskappelle and his student Hans von Bronsart as...

Liszt started working on his first foray into the concerto genre as early as 1830, only completing the work in its present form in 1849. He appeared as soloist in the premiere, given at Weimar on Febrary 17, 1855, with the Staatskappelle under the...