A very happy 85th birthday to the incomparable Martha Argerich – the Goddess of the Piano! 🎶
Tune in and enjoy her incredible performances on channels like Solo Piano, Beethoven, and Chopin:
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French composer #GeorgesBizet passed away on this day in 1875, aged just 36 (October 25, 1838 – June 3, 1875). Hear his unforgettable works, including the celebrated opera #Carmen, on our Operas and Opera Highlights channels today:
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English composer Sir Edward Elgar was born on this day in 1857! Enjoy his cherished compositions on several of our channels:
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May 31 marked the birth of French composer and virtuoso pianist Louise Farrenc (1804–1875). Tune in and explore selections of her wonderful works on our Romantic Period channel today!
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Wind Works – mesmerizing melodies crafted for wind instruments such as the flute, oboe, clarinet & bassoon. Performed solo, in ensembles or with a full orchestra, these enchanting works capture the versatility & beauty of wind instruments:
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We wish a very Happy 98th Birthday to composer Thea Musgrave!
Tune in and enjoy selections of her intriguing compositions on our Contemporary Period and 20th Century channels today:
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Period Channels – explore your favorites! From Medieval and Renaissance to Baroque, Classical, Romantic and beyond, there’s something for every taste. Just select “Periods” under the Style Filter on our app or website to browse them all: https://t.co/mZT5WQw9dQ
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“Music is the inarticulate speech of the heart, which cannot be compressed into words, because it is infinite.”
Sentiments of composer and conductor Richard Wagner, who was born on this day in 1813.
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Celebrating International Tea Day with this great photo of a relaxed Igor Stravinsky — perhaps tea was the secret ingredient behind his pioneering music? 🫖😃
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Opera Highlights – unforgettable arias and choruses from some of the world’s most beloved operas! Tune in for highlights from La Traviata, Turandot, Tosca, Pagliacci, La Bohème, and many more:
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Saddened by the news that English soprano Dame Felicity Lott has passed away at the age of 79. She performed in classic operas and operettas and had a special love for French mélodies & German lieder, especially by Richard Strauss. Her artistry will be remembered 💙 #FelicityLott
French composer & pianist #ErikSatie was born 160 years ago today! Enjoy selections of #Satie’s celebrated compositions on several of our channels, including 20th Century, Classical Relaxation & Solo Piano:
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Italian Renaissance composer Claudio #Monteverdi was baptized on May 15, 1567! Enjoy his exquisite compositions on several of our channels, including Sacred Works, Opera Highlights, and Renaissance Period:
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Composer & pianist #FannyMendelssohnHensel passed away on this day in 1847.
Tune in and explore her wonderful works on several of our channels, including Romantic Period, Piano Works & Solo Instruments:
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Composer Gabriel Fauré was born on May 12, 1845. Selections of his elegant works are featured on several of our channels, including Classical Relaxation, Solo Piano & Nocturnes:
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Waltzes, Polkas & Marches – start your week with the uplifting and stirring sounds of waltzes, polkas, and marches by prominent composers such as Tchaikovsky, Chopin, Waldteufel, and the Strauss family!
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Classical composer Carl Stamitz was baptized on this day in 1745. Explore his delightful works on channels such as Classical Period and Concertos:
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Two renowned composers were born on May 7th – Johannes Brahms (1833–1897) & Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840–1893). Celebrate their excellence on our Brahms and Tchaikovsky channels today!
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Treat your ears today! From splendid symphonies to stirring sonatas & captivating concertos—dive into a world of classical wonders. Just select “Orchestral” in the Style Filter on our app or website to explore all our orchestral channels: https://t.co/mZT5WQw9dQ
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21st Century – explore celebrated works composed after the millennium by visionary composers such as Glass, Richter, Shaw, Adams, Higdon & many more – modern & eclectic, while still echoing the traditional styles of the old masters: https://t.co/uCtjC9I91O
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