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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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Debussy: Arabesque No. 2
Claude Debussy
The second on Debussy's Arabesques is faster, brighter and more lively.
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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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Sor: Study In A Minor Opus 31 No. 20
Fernando Sor
A wonderful staccato performance is required to play this piece composed by Spanish classical guitarist Fernando Sor. Rigid and with a military feel, this piece marches off with confidence and positivity.
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Beethoven: Fur Elise Bagatelle No. 25 A Minor
Ludwig van Beethoven
One of the most famous classical pieces for solo piano. Delightfully playful and hugely popular, its melodies over left hand arpeggios are instantly recognisable.
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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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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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Tarrega: Waltz Isabel
Francisco Tarrega
A delightful waltz for guitar by Francisco Terrega. Sweet and bright, the melodies jump around in a positive and upbeat way. The whole track is happy, lively and full of joy.
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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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Chopin: Grand Valse Brilliante Opus 18 E Flat Major
Frederic Chopin
Bristling with energy, this lively waltz for solo piano surges with huge confidence and presence. Requires great skill from the performer to keep up with the pace. Regarded by some as the first of Chopin's waltzes to be published.
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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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Liszt: Liebestraum No. 1
Franz Liszt
The first of Liszt's Liebestraums, (Dreams of love), is a delicate and tender piece. Always light and very spacious it sets the tone for the three works as a whole. Wonderful for romantic segments, weddings and nostalgic memories.
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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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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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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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