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Largo from Symphony No. 9
by
Antonín Dvorak
Song Overview
Main Theme
Conveys a sense of longing and homesickness, inspired by Dvořák’s experiences in America.
Musical Setting
Symphonic movement from 'New World Symphony'
Musical Expression
Features a famous English horn solo that introduces the tranquil, lyrical theme.
Performance Challenges
Orchestras must balance the rich, sonorous tones of the English horn with the supporting orchestral texture.
Trivia
One of Dvořák’s most celebrated movements, embodying the spirit of American folk music through a Romantic lens.
Song Rank
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Historical Period
Romantic
Artist Lifespan
1841-1904
Release
1893
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