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Classical Music for Media
Satie: Je Te Veux
Erik Satie
A waltz for solo piano which conjures up images of Paris and popular song around 1900. The title translates into, 'I Want You', and reflects the sentimental nature of the track. A wonderful backdrop for European productions.
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Mussorgsky: Pictures At An Exhibition - 1st Promenade
Modest Mussorgsky
Bold and distinctive piano melodies and chords ring out with regal and noble fashion. This is the first promenade in the suite, 'Pictures at an Exhibition', which depicts a tour around an art gallery or collection.
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Albeniz: Asturias (leyenda)
Isaac Albeniz
Brooding and oozing passion, this cross between Spanish flamenco and classical styles is one of the most famous solo guitar pieces.
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Chopin: Nocturne Opus 15 No. 2 F Sharp Major
Frederic Chopin
A tender start to this lovely piano solo. The middle section rises with increasing emotion before settling down with the piece ending very much as it had started in a calm and peaceful way.
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Mozart: Alla Turca
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Quick, joyous and celebratory, this Rondo from Piano Sonata No. 11 is one of Mozart's best known piano pieces and has been used in many film, TV and media productions requiring a fast paced and up-tempo soundtrack.
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Satie: Gnossienne No. 2
Erik Satie
The second Gnossienne has the instruction, 'avec étonnement', (with astonishment), to instruct the player to play slightly faster than the other two pieces. Still has lots of space and freedom of expression.
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Beethoven: Moonlight Sonata 3rd Movement
Ludwig van Beethoven
A fast, dramatic and energetic end to the famous Moonlight Sonata, presto agitato - which means fast, in a hurry and agitated. The pianist gives a fantastic rendition of this high tempo work. Piano Sonata No. 14 Opus 27 No. 2.
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Chopin: Nocturne Opus 27 No. 2 D Flat Major
Frederic Chopin
Beautiful melodies glide with effortless grace at the start of this famous Chopin piano solo. It becomes more intense before a soft ending.
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Chopin: Nocturne Opus 9 No. 2 E Flat Major
Frederic Chopin
A lilting melody above a waltz like accompaniment gets more complex and intense as we're taken on an emotional journey.
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Beethoven: Moonlight Sonata 2nd Movement
Ludwig van Beethoven
The second movement of Beethoven's Moonlight Sonata is a contrast to the first movement. This movement is positive, playful and joyful but yet subdued. Lovely light melodies allow the piece to flow along nicely. Piano Sonata No. 14 Opus 27 No. 2.
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Chopin: Prelude Opus 28 No. 7 A Major (the Polish Dancer)
Frederic Chopin
Only sixteen bars long, this is a beautiful prelude. Graceful, serene and delicate it allows the listener to relax and unwind in a calm and peaceful way. Used in many productions and commercials worldwide.
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Chopin: Waltz Opus 69 No. 1 A Flat Major (l'adieu)
Frederic Chopin
A playful waltz with a slight tinge of regret. 'The Farewell Waltz', was written by Chopin for a love he was once engaged to. An affectionate piece with a hint of sorrow and melancholy.
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Beethoven: Moonlight Sonata 1st Movement
Ludwig van Beethoven
The first movement of this instantly recognisable piano sonata starts off quietly to set a calm, delicate and slightly melancholic tone. As the emotions rise and fall, the intensity swells and diminishes gracefully. Piano Sonata No. 14 Opus 27 No. 2.
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Chopin: Prelude Opus 28 No. 15 D Flat Major Raindrop
Frederic Chopin
One of Chopin's twenty four preludes which starts very quietly. A note repeats like the pitter-patter of raindrops. A more intense section rises like a heavy storm shower before fading away to leave us with the soft sound of the light raindrops again.
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Tarrega: Gran Vals
Francisco Tarrega
Joyous upbeat waltz for solo classical guitar written around 90 years before a few bars of it became the most popular ringtone in history when used by Nokia in the 1990a.
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