Dvořák’s masterpiece. Popular classical music.
When you think of the New World Symphony and the Slavonic Dances, you think of the Czech composer Antonín Leopold Dvořák.
Among classical composers, Dvořák is as well-known as Beethoven or Mozart; in Japan, the viola solo from his String Quartet “American” and the second movement of the New World Symphony are cherished under the title “Home, Sweet Home,” and the fourth movement of the New World is so familiar that even those who don’t know the composer’s name recognize its melody.
He is celebrated as one of classical music’s foremost melody-makers.
Here, we introduce the appeal of Dvořák’s works alongside outstanding performances by musicians from around the world.
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Scherzo (3rd Movement) from Symphony No. 7Antonín Dvořák
From Symphony No.
7, Movement III: Scherzo – Vivace (lively and fast), Trio – Poco meno mosso (a little less quickly).
The rhythm, based on the Czech folk dance furiant in triple meter, is delightful.
Performed by the Northern Illinois University Symphony Orchestra.
From Symphony No. 8, First MovementAntonín Dvořák
From Symphony No.
8, First Movement: Allegro con brio (fast and lively).
The introduction begins slowly with a lyrical melody, after which the piece gradually progresses with increasing speed and variation, evoking the scenery flowing past a train window.
Performed by the Sapporo Chamber Orchestra, conducted by Hiroyuki Matsumoto.
Third Movement from Symphony No. 8Antonín Dvořák
“From Symphony No.
8, Movement III,” Allegretto grazioso, molto vivace (somewhat fast and graceful, very fast).
The wistful, sentimental melody and the flashes of strength between phrases make my heart ache.
The performance is by the amateur orchestra Maebashi Symphony Orchestra.
Symphony No. 9 “From the New World,” First MovementAntonín Dvořák
From Symphony No.
9, Movement I: Adagio, Allegro molto (slowly; very fast).
Composed by Dvořák during his stay in America, it is one of his more familiar works.
Performed by the Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra under the baton of Petr Vronský.
Serenade for Strings, Op. 22 – I. MovementAntonín Dvořák
“Serenade for Strings, Op.
22 – I.
Moderato” (at a moderate tempo).
A pleasant work featuring a relaxed, warm melody interspersed with rhythmic passages.
Performed by the Arts Chamber Orchestra, conducted by Konstantin Maslyuk.
Dvořák’s Masterpieces: Popular Classical Music (41–50)
The sun sets behind the distant mountains.Antonín Dvořák
Dvořák’s Symphony No.
9 in E minor, “From the New World,” composed in 1893, was given lyrics and became established as a camp and recreational song.
The melody most often sung is from the beginning of the second movement.
It’s Dvořák’s ninth and final symphony.
HumoresqueAntonín Dvořák
This is an elegant miniature in which the musical sensibilities of the composer’s native Czech Republic and his adopted United States are seamlessly fused.
The contrast between the lively, rhythmical main section and the somewhat wistful middle section is striking, and its graceful melody also carries elements of Bohemian folk music.
Completed during a summer holiday at home in 1894, the work combines brightness with profound emotion.
It has become widely beloved in Japan as well, being used as background music in Studio Ghibli’s short film “Ghiblies episode 2” and in “Chibi Maruko-chan,” among others.
There is also an arrangement for piano four hands, making it especially appealing in the way it lets two players share the joy of making music together.
Simple yet deeply moving, this piece is an excellent choice for those who wish to experience the wonder of music through duet playing.