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Variations on Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony

Beethoven's 5th Symphony is one of the most well-known pieces of music ever composed. In fact, if you ask anyone to hum a melody from Beethoven, chances are, they will automatically hum that iconic "Ta Ta Ta Taan - Ta Ta Ta Taan". Naturally, all sorts of musicians have...
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Violinist Plays Violin While Having Brain Surgery

If you thought learning the violin was hard, try playing it while having brain surgery! One patient in London underwent brain surgery to have a tumor removed and insisted on playing the violin during the surgery so that doctors wouldn't injure vital parts of her brain that control precise hand...
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Best Cello Pieces of All Time

From Bach's Cello Suites to Dvorak's Cello Concerto, the cello has without a doubt some of the most beautiful music ever written. Here is our top 10. Six Cello Suites - J.S. Bach Bach composed these suites between 1717 and 1723 when we worked as a Kapellmeister in Köthen. The only manuscript found...
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Best Record Players With Speakers

Record players with built-in speakers are a compact, convenient way to enjoy your record collection. Whether you have been a fan of vinyl for years or you are just starting to collect records, there is a model to meet your needs. Below are several popular models to help you...
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