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Classical Music for Media
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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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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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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Bach: Prelude No. 1 In C Major Bwv
Johann Sebastian Bach
Light and calm, this is a wonderful track for tender moments, romance, weddings, sentimental nostalgia and background music. This familiar piano solo by J. S. Bach is from the first book of 'The Well Tempered Clavier'.
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Schumann: Arabeske Opus 18 In C Major
Robert Schumann
Playful melodies begin this intensely moving work. Schumann keeps the emotions ebbing and flowing as the dynamics rise and fall in this deeply accomplished composition which was written when he was just 29 years old.
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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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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: Ballade No. 1 Opus 23 G Minor
Frederic Chopin
An emotional and complex piano solo which is alleged to be Chopin's attempt to reflect his unhappiness in Vienna. It has been widely used in films, (such as 'The Pianist'), and even in video games, 'Fallout 4').
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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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Debussy: Arabesque No. 1
Claude Debussy
A beautiful, flowing introduction leads us into a magical fantasy. Sweet and tender, this is the first of Debussy's 'Deux Arabesques'. Written in E major and played at a slow tempo it gives a regal, emotional tone.
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Mozart: Piano Sonata No. 11 A Major Kv331 - 2nd Movement
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
A bold introduction disguises the delicate melodies of this menuetto. Punctuated by light, dancing themes, this is a positive and confident second movement to Mozart's Piano Sonata No. 11.
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Mozart: Piano Sonata No. 11 A Major Kv331 - 1st Movement
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Liszt: Liebestraum No. 2
Franz Liszt
A mood of intense yet subdued emotion marks the overall feeling of the second Liebestraum composed by Liszt. More dynamic than the first and third parts it shows a less confident side whilst still retaining its passion and sentimentality.
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Chopin: Prelude Opus 28 No. 4 E Minor (suffocation)
Frederic Chopin
Sad and devoid of hope, this Chopin composition was played at his own funeral. It has been popular in recent film and TV productions including 'The Pianist' and 'The West Wing'.
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Popular and amusing, this piano solo by Dvorak is the most famous of his '8 Humoresques'. A loose and flowing track which has been used in many humorous settings. Great for conveying a little comical, witty or satirical feeling.
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