Dvořák: Essential Works for Beginners

Dvořák: Essential Works for Beginners
The Water Goblin
Slavonic Dances
Symphony No. 9 “From the New World”
Symphony No. 8
Stabat Mater
Piano Trio No. 3 in F minor
Piano Trio No. 4 “Dumky”
String Quartet No. 12 in F major “American”
Serenade in D minor for Winds
Rusalka

[@joshgrumiaux6820]

Dvořák is the best, you should definitely czech him out.

[@OuterGalaxyLounge]

Dvořák never disappoints and your passion for his music is always appreciated.

[@PhillipYewTree]

Dvorak’s first love was for his wife’s sister. He never lost the feelings of life’s emotional complexity, which coloured his compositions. In my humble opinion I feel that Dvorak illustrated the widest aspects of love and belonging for people, place and culture.

[@alanmcginn4796]

What a video Dave! Dvorak is a genius and one of my favorite composers and really somebody who I feel along with Haydn doesn’t get his due. Amazing stuff here. My Sunday is going to be filled with Dvorak!! Hello to all our community. Keep on listening guys. This channel is a revaluation.

[@PhilipKass]

While admittedly the four Erben-derived symphonic poems are gruesome, at least The Golden Spinning Wheel ends on a majestic, celebratory note, unlike the other three. It's also, in my opinion, the most beautiful because of Dornicka's theme, and it's fun to follow along with the folk legend story. The only piece missing for me here is the towering Cello Concerto, which is in a true class of its own. For its emotional depth and drama, it evokes the best of Tchaikovsky, yet with American and Czech roots throughout the music. I can't think of any other cello concerto that comes close to this.

[@DavesClassicalGuide]

That's true, but I think a beginner will encounter that work readily enough simply because it's the greatest cello concerto ever, and it's not necessary to a rounded picture of Dvorak when I do feature other masterpieces of his American period, both orchestral and chamber.

[@fjacobf]

Thank you very much for this video, my heart was warm all the way. As someone that has been a fan of Dvořák for many years and that has heard his complete works, all I can say to those that plan on doing the same is this: Dvořák's work might change your life and bring a new sense of beauty and "simplicity" that will simply never leave you again. His work might become a sunny day waiting for you to bask in anytime, and I'm sure he would be proud of having this general "result" associated with his work, as well as nature's beauty, humility and vitality.

[@xrrsss]

Even though I'm a beginner, I have to say Dvořák is my favorite composer to discover works, along side with Villa-Lobos (countryman). I'm really happy to accomplish that I knew all of this pieces 😊. Thanks for the video Dave!

[@joshuacreboreads]

I’m just discovering Dvorak now, so this is a timely video. Thank you, Dave! His music is really delightful. I’ve been exploring his string quartets, and now I have plenty of other pieces to get to.

[@christopherthomas8082]

Dvorak is my favorite composer. All of his music is consistently melodic. String Serenade, Piano Quartets, Piano quintet, Symphonies 5 to 9, 3 Concertos (Cello, Violin, and Piano), Overtures and Symphonic Poems are some of my favorites that weren't mentioned by Dave.

[@joshuacreboreads]

@@christopherthomas8082 You’re right, consistently melodic is a great way to describe his music. That’s why I’m starting to love it so much. Thanks for the recommendations.

[@christopherthomas8082]

@@joshuacreboreads I remember hearing Dvorak's 9th symphony at around the age of 12 or so and being totally blown away by it. When I became old enough to buy cds, I bought many of his compositions. Always was entertained. Now that you can find most of his stuff on here, it is definitely easier to hear most of his works (and pretty much every other composers). One of the few pros of the internet!!!

[@fulltongrace7899]

My favourite Dvorak string quartet is number 13 in G. I have 4 recordings of it, so I can compare how different quartets sound in this wonderful music. Number 10 the Slavonic is great too. Am also exploring the earlier ones.

[@herbchilds1512]

Both the Slavonic Dances, opp. 46 and 72, and the Legends, op. 59, were created for piano 4-hands (or 2 pianos), and shortly thereafter orchestrated by Dvorak. All these works are superb and exquisite in the 4-hands versions, as well as the orchestrated.

[@ervinvice1521]

Yes! Slavonic Dances! That was my introduction to Dvorak. It was a recording on the Laserlight label (remember that one?) with a second tier Berlin-based orchestra and conductor who names I have long since forgotten. It was wonderful.

[@rosstwele8966]

Would you consider doing a Repertoire video on the Stabat Mater? I knew the two Belohlaveks and the Kubelik, but I’m listening to the Smetacek for the first time now and I’m blown away!

[@DavesClassicalGuide]

I have been thinking about it.

[@leestamm3187]

Good list for beginners, or anyone who enjoys great music. Thanks, also, for the additional insights about this wonderful composer. The full story of the time he spent in the U.S. is quite interesting, too.

[@smothimon]

As a young classical music enthusiast, these videos for beginners are really appreciated. Is there a guide to Sibelius in the pipeline? I would like to get to know his music, because of my finnish roots. You are blessing for the classical world Mr. Hurwitz.

[@DavesClassicalGuide]

Yes, Sibelius is done. I just have to schedule it. Thank you for your kind thoughts.

[@thomasjoyce7870]

Wow! Edifying.

[@MarauderOSU]

Hey, Dave. Since you've been going through Sibelius in the Overflow Room lately, how about an Essential Works for Beginners list of him?

[@DavesClassicalGuide]

It's done. Just have to run it.

[@billwolford8181]

A lot of people say not to do this, but I'm a rebel. I'd like to know recommendations for box sets for beginning listeners. I've seen a few boxes with titles like "The A-Z of Classical Music" I think it was 60-80 discs, and the price was cheap. Can't remember where I saw it. I'd like to dive in as opposed to taking one piece of music at a time (especially in case I don't like what I got). I don't know what is available, but it would be a very interesting and informative watch.