Christmas Edition
FAQs:
>How do I into classical?
Browse the folders linked below. It's easier for us to then rec you stuff if you have an idea of what you already like.
>I'm ~20 years old and I want to become a concert soloist. If I practice really hard, will I make it?
Almost certainly not. However you can still become a very accomplished performer with enough practice and if it makes you happy, then go for it.
>Do I need to know music theory to listen to classical music?
No, but it won't harm your listening experience if you do.
>General Folder #1. Renaissance up to 20th century/modern classical. Also contains a folder of live recordings/recitals by some outstanding performers.
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>General Folder #2. Mostly Romantic up to 20th century/modern, but also includes recordings of music by Bach, Mozart and others
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>General Folder #3. Mostly 20th century/modern with other assorted bits and pieces
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>General Folder #4. Renaissance up to early/mid-20th century. Also contains a folder of Scarlatti sonate and another live recording/recital folder.
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>General Folder #5. Renaissance up to late 19th century
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>General Folder #6. Very eclectic mix
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>Renaissance Folder #1. Mass settings
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>Renaissance Folder #2. Motets and madrigals (plus Leiden choirbooks)
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>Debussy. There is an accompanying chart, available on request.
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>Opera Folder. Contains recorded video productions of about 10 well-known operas, with a bias towards late Romantic
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