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Bedřich Smetana (/ ˌ b ɛ d ər ʒ ɪ x ˈ s m ɛ t ə n ə / BED-ər-zhikh SMET-ə-nə, Czech: [ˈbɛdr̝ɪx ˈsmɛtana] ⓘ; 2 March 1824 – 12 May 1884) was a Czech composer who pioneered the development of a musical style that became closely identified with his people's aspirations to a cultural and political "revival".
May 9, 2024 · Bedřich Smetana (born March 2, 1824, Leitomischl, Bohemia, Austrian Empire [now Litomyšl, Czech Republic]—died May 12, 1884, Prague) was a Bohemian composer of operas and symphonic poems, founder of the Czech national school of music. He was the first truly important Bohemian nationalist composer.
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Bedřich Smetana (2. března 1824 Litomyšl – 12. května 1884 Praha) byl významný český hudební skladatel období romantismu. Pocházel z poměrně zámožné, do určité míry poněmčené sládkovské rodiny. Od raného mládí se věnoval hudbě, zejména hře na klavír a kompozici.
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Bedřich Smetana was a 19th century composer who is regarded as the father of Czech music. He learned to play music from his father at a very young age, presented his first recital at six and began composing by the age of eight. At 20, he began to study music from Josef Proksch while financing his education by teaching piano.
Smetana is considered the father of Czech music. In the pantheon of music, Bedřich Smetana firmly holds a place as a pillar of Czech musical nationalism. The gifted composer and pianist’s work resonates not only within the national boundaries of the Czech Republic but also throughout the world.
Dec 5, 2017 · Experience the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Daniel Barenboim, performing Bedřich Smetana's Vltava at the Prague Spring Festival.
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Composer of The Moldau and The Bartered Bride, Smetana was an ardent nationalist whose music is still championed in the Czech Republic. Vital Statistics. Born: March 2, 1824, Litomysl, Bohemia (now the Czech Republic) Died: May 12, 1884, Prague. Nationality: Czech. Period: Romantic. Performed As: Pianist, conductor. During Lifetime:
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