All Letters of Music
D – DVORAK
When you set off from folk tradition and follow the trail of art music, you will discover an entire world of wonderful compositions inspired by melodies which are a part of folklore. Today’s letter D takes us into the romantic epoch, into the 19th century, to a time when composers found their inspiration in the beautiful sound of music created by the people and strived to reach those listeners which had not been familiar with it.
The letter D uncovers the world of Czech composer Antonin Dvorak, whose compositions are characterized by the sound of melodies belonging to this country’s folklore. But the creator inspired by tradition also finds beauty in the folklore of other nations. For example, his infamous Symphony no. 9, created during his stay in America, was written under the inspiration of the music of Native Americans and African-Americans. And that is why this piece is known by the name “From the New World”, since that is what the American continent was called at the time of his stay in America. It is important to add that from this creator we also need to hear the pieces Concerto for cello and orchestra in B-minor, op. 104, Dumky trio and the miniature for piano Humoresque, and first and foremost the Slavonic Dances, which represent his most popular pieces. There are 16 in total and they are divided into two sets. They are the best example of the composer’s attitude towards tradition, and we can recognize the folklore of different Slavic nations in their sound.
So, let us hear it at once! The RTS Symphony Orchestra and maestro Bojan Sudjic will be performing the Slavonic Dance no. 8, op. 46. And while the rhythm is still in your feet, become a permanent follower of the RTS Music Production official Facebook page and Instagram profile.