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When I listen or think of Johannes Brahms, the following thoughts enter my mind: Austria; Bad Gastein (Resort area where the composer spent summers); Ah… Clara Schumann whom Brahms loved. The symphonies #2 and 4; …

Of course… the family name is famous. Michael is the son of pianist/conductor Daniel Barenboim. Violinist Michael Barenboim is recognized for his performances of twentieth century and contemporary music. Mr. Barenboim released his second solo …

Violinist David Oistrakh fortunately recorded some music that is here with us to serve future generations. Earlier today I heard a portion of his performance of the Sibelius Violin Concerto. And now, a few hours …

The first movement of this amazing work begins with a dramatic upward flourish; then several melodies somewhat similar to Schubert’s song “Die Forrele” follow throughout the movement. The second movement, marked Andante, begins with the …

Prokofiev composed his second piano concerto at the age of 21 while on winter break from his studies at the St. Petersburg Conservatory. He had already established himself as something of a bad boy with …