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Classical Music for Media
Tarrega: Recuerdos De La Alhambra
Francisco Tarrega
Memories of the Alhambra, transports you to a different place and has been used in productions such as the film, 'The Killing Fields', the American TV show, 'The Sopranos' and the British TV show, 'Out of Town'.
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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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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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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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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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Satie: Gnossienne No. 3
Erik Satie
The third in a series of highly expressive and free-flowing compositions by Satie is again at a slow pace like the first one. This gives the track a sombre and hypnotic quality. Creates an almost haunting atmosphere.
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Chopin: Prelude Opus 28 No. 20 C Minor (funeral March)
Frederic Chopin
This Chopin prelude has the nickname, 'Funeral March', although it isn't the tune we associate with his piano sonata No. 2 third movement. However; this is strident and morose with its block chords in a minor key.
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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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Chopin: Nocturne Opus 9 No. 1 In B Flat Minor
Frederic Chopin
A piano solo that starts peacefully and delicately before rising to an emotional crescendo, then dropping back to a serene finish. An atmospheric piece that showcases Chopin's mastery of the piano.
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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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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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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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Chopin: Waltz Opus 64 No. 2 C Sharp Minor
Frederic Chopin
The start to this Chopin waltz is elegant and almost sedate. But then the contrast is shown by very fast sections that leave you whirling and spinning with delight.
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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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Satie: Gymnopedie No. 1
Erik Satie
One of the most famous pieces of music for solo piano. Despite having the instruction, 'Lent et douloureux', (slow and painfully), this track is referred to for calm, relaxing and meditative purposes. Atmospheric and ambient.
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