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3 days ago · This is a list of composers of 20th-century classical music, sortable by name, year of birth, year of death, nationality, notable works, and remarks. It includes only composers of significant fame and importance.
- (1600-1760)
- (500-1400)
- (1730-1820)
- (1400-1600)
Sep 5, 2024 · Jacqueline du Pré was a British cellist whose romantic, emotive style propelled her to international stardom by age 20. Although du Pré’s playing career was cut short by illness, she is regarded as one of the 20th century’s greatest cellists. Du Pré began studying cello at age five.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
2 days ago · (Achille) Claude Debussy[n 1] (French: [aʃil klod dəbysi]; 22 August 1862 – 25 March 1918) was a French composer. He is sometimes seen as the first Impressionist composer, although he vigorously rejected the term. He was among the most influential composers of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
2 days ago · Edward Benjamin Britten, Baron Britten OM CH (22 November 1913 – 4 December 1976, aged 63) was an English composer, conductor, and pianist. He was a central figure of 20th-century British music, with a range of works including opera, other vocal music, orchestral and chamber pieces.
Sep 10, 2024 · Mstislav Rostropovich is often regarded as the greatest cellist of the 20th century. Born in the Soviet Union, his immense technical skill and interpretive genius were unmatched. Rostropovich...
Aug 28, 2024 · List of the Top 15 Best Cello Players of All Time. The cello, with its rich, resonant tones and unparalleled expressive range, has long been the heart and soul of classical music. From the ...
Sep 3, 2024 · This is a list of string quartet composers, chronologically sorted by date of birth and then by surname. It includes only composers who have Wikipedia articles. This list is by no means complete. String quartets are written for four string instruments—usually two violins, viola and cello—unless stated otherwise.
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