Classical Weekly

Mozart: Concerto for Two Pianos K.365 – Third Movement

wolfgang — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 22:41:17 +0000

Comment: Mozart never gets old, and I can listen to this work over and over again. The pianos are masterful and this concerto is a piece that’s not to miss.

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Mozart: Clarinet Concerto – 3rd Movement

wolfgang — Fri, 14 Oct 2011 21:46:01 +0000

Comment: Arguably one of the preeminent works for Clarinet, Mozart’s famous Clarinet Concerto in A Major doesn’t disappoint. For bonus points you should also check out the Clarinet Quintet.

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Get Noticed on ClassicalWeekly.com!

wolfgang — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 21:43:30 +0000

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In addition to our weekly posting of unbeatable Classical Music excerpts, we’ve decided that it’s time to expand ClassicalWeekly.com to include up-and-coming composers and performers, too. Up until now we were releasing a suggested Classical masterpiece on or about each Friday. We are now planning to add an New Artist feature where each week (or thereabouts) we will also showcase a new Classical Music or Opera performer, conductor or composer.

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iTunes Classical Music eBook 3rd Ed. Now Available

wolfgang — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 22:29:02 +0000

After receiving much user feedback, a the new-and-improved 3rd Edition of our iTunes Classical Music eBook, “A Digital Workflow for Classical Music and Opera CDs” is now on sale. The most significant addition to the Third Edition is the inclusion of an iTunes-Only Workflow. So those of you who would like to continue to use EAC/LAME to rip your CDs won’t see a change, but for those of you who wish to simply use iTunes exclusively for the ripping and management process, there’s an entire new section dedicated to this workflow. Currently at an introductory price of $4.95, the 3rd Edition is our best version yet as it allows to examine both workflows and decide which method works best for you. Head to our eBook page now to get your copy of this book or to learn more about how this book will help you tame your Classical Music and Opera CDs.

Bellini – “Casta Diva” – Norma

wolfgang — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 00:07:03 +0000

Comment: There are many composers out there with works that are part of the standard repertoire, yet don’t always get the popularity they deserve, remaining in the shadows of operatic greats such as Mozart and Wagner. Vincenzo Bellini was a talented composer for opera, and “Casta Diva” from his opera, Norma, is an example of some of the master work you find when you did a little deeper into Classical Music.

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Mahler – Symphony #2: “Resurrection” – 4th Movement (end)

wolfgang — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 21:56:13 +0000

Comment: Mahler’s 2nd symphony is a breakthrough work and is the start of Mahler’s brilliant symphonic career.

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Mendelssohn: Symphony #5 – “Reformation” – 1st Movement

wolfgang — Sat, 17 Sep 2011 03:03:25 +0000

Comment: A wonderful work often overshadowed by Mendelssohn’s other compositions, the Symphony #5, “Reformation” is notable partly for the inclusion of the “Dreden Amen”. Listen closely around 2:36 and again at around 3:00 to hear the melody. Wagner fans will surely recognize the notes from the opera, Parsifal (see this link for the Verwandlungsmusik — and you will clearly hear the Dreden Amen at around the 0:33 mark, “Wer ist der Gral?”).

Mozart: Piano Concerto #23, K. 488 – Third Movement

wolfgang — Fri, 09 Sep 2011 21:45:20 +0000

Comment: You really can’t go wrong with Mozart’s late piano concertos. The third movement of Piano Concerto #23, K. 488 , demonstrates why.

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Rodrigo: Concierto de Aranjuez – Allegro con spirito

wolfgang — Fri, 17 Jun 2011 18:08:06 +0000

Comment: Rodrigo was a prominent Spanish composer known for his marvelous guitar music. Here is the Allegro Con Spirito from his Concierto de Aranjuez:

Haydn – Symphony 101 “The Clock” – Fourth Movement

wolfgang — Sat, 04 Jun 2011 16:47:52 +0000

Comment: Haydn’s Symphony #101 is a part of the incredible group of his “London Symphonies”. Here is the fourth movement.

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