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noodleman9

Music is one of the greatest joys in my life and I have always enjoyed a wide variety of artists and styles. Classical music had always been a "someday" genre for me; something I knew I enjoyed but had not been exposed to much and vowed to explore deeper 'at some point'.

Well I have decided to take up the task of exploring this genre after coming across Claude Debussy's Clair de lune, which I loved. I have begun to download Mozart and Beethoven, finding it to be the perfect music to listen to while studying but I have become a little overwhelmed trying to find other composers. Unlike other genres of music I don't know much about classical and have had a hard time trying to decide where to start, as there are many composers from which to choose.

I was hoping that some of you could offer suggestions of good classical composers to look into. Personal favorites as well as popular classics would be very much appreciated.

 

Broliette

http://www.marijuana.com/music/39268-classical.html

I'd say start off in there. Some great pieces. *cough* like mine *cough*

One of my favorite pieces and a good chewy chunk to sink into is Beethoven's 7th Symphony 2nd movement.
For something a bit different try Mussorgsky's Night on Bald Mountain.

Mendelssohn Concerto in E Minor is without a doubt one of the best for me.
http://www.marijuana.com/music/42296...t-now-329.html

Oh and of course, some Tocatta en Fugue.

Other than that, it's all personal taste.
Glad to hear you exploring.

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StonedImmaculate21

Pachebel's Canon in D has always bee a favorite of mine, it's a truly beautiful piece of music. Also check out Vivaldi's Four Seasons and Mozart's Symphony No. 25 in G Minor, as well as anything by Richard Wagner or Niccolo Paganini.