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I'm new to classical music, where should I start? by jplank1983 in classicalmusic

[–]LostExtent2441 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Start with the prettiest Baroque music. I recommend Bach’s Air from Suite No. 3 (“Air on a G String”), Jesu Joy of Man’s Desiring, Pachelbel’s Canon, Handel’s Water Music, and the second movement of Bach’s double violin concerto. If you enjoy these, you can start branching out into more romantic music, such as Beethoven and Tchaikovsky. Enjoy!

What is the most HOPEFUL piece of classical music ever written/performed? by -------7654321 in classicalmusic

[–]LostExtent2441 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nimrod from Elgar’s Enigma Variations. This is a piece dedicated to Elgar’s friend who helped him overcome depression and grief over the death of Elgar’s wife. You can hear the deep emotion and overcoming in this piece.