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Saint-Saens

15 concerts

Camille Saint-Saëns was a French composer, organist, conductor, and pianist of the Romantic era. A child prodigy who made his concert debut at age ten, he is widely recognized for his technical mastery and iconic works such as Danse macabre, the opera Samson and Delilah, the Organ Symphony, and The Carnival of the Animals.

Brahms

86 concerts

Johannes Brahms, born in Hamburg, Germany, was a pivotal Romantic era composer. He masterfully blended classical forms with rich harmonies and lyrical melodies in his symphonies, concertos, and chamber music. Celebrated for works like "Hungarian Dances" and his "Lullaby," he is considered one of classical music's "Three Bs" alongside Bach and Beethoven, leaving an enduring legacy.

Debussy

10 concerts

Claude Debussy (1862-1918) was a French composer, a pivotal figure in musical Impressionism. Born in Saint-Germain-en-Laye, he revolutionized classical music with evocative harmonies and unique structures. His renowned works include "Clair de lune," "Prélude à l'après-midi d'un faune," and "La mer." He won the Prix de Rome, leaving an enduring legacy on 20th-century music.