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This playlist captures the refined elegance and social intricacies of Fanny Burney’s "Cecilia; Or, Memoirs of an Heiress," blending classical compositions that evoke 18th-century English aristocracy with nuanced emotional depth. The balanced mood and medium focus level are supported by gentle yet engaging instrumental pieces, reflecting Cecilia’s personal growth, societal challenges, and romantic tensions without overwhelming the reader. Character themes are subtly woven through varied classical styles, creating an immersive atmosphere that complements the novel’s blend of wit, sentiment, and social commentary.
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22 songs
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Piano Sonata No. 8 in A minor, K.310: 2. Andante cantabile con espressione
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart · Mozart: The Piano Sonatas
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Piano Concerto No. 2 in D Minor, Op. 40, MWV O11: II. Adagio. Molto sostenuto
Felix Mendelssohn · Mendelssohn
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Albumblatt für Elise, Bagatelle in A Minor, WoO 59
Ludwig van Beethoven · Ich mag keine Klassik, aber das gefällt mir! - Für Kinder
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Bach: Prelude in C Major, BWV 846
Johann Sebastian Bach · 10 Thanksgiving Classical Piano Moods
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Mozart: Piano Concerto No. 21 in C Major, K. 467: II. Andante
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart · Mozart: Masterpieces
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Symphony No. 6 in F Major, Op. 68 "Pastoral": III. Lustiges Zusammensein der Landleute. Allegro
Ludwig van Beethoven · Beethoven: Symphony No. 6 "Pastoral" / Schubert: Symphony No. 5
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Quintet for Clarinet and Strings in A Major, K. 581: II. Larghetto
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart · Mozart: Klarinettenkonzert
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String Sextet No. 1, Op. 18: III. Scherzo. Allegro molto
Johannes Brahms · Brahms: String Sextets
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Symphony No. 6 in F Major, Op. 68 "Pastoral": II. Szene am Bach. Andante molto mosso
Ludwig van Beethoven · Beethoven: Symphony Nos.5 & 6
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Cello Concerto In B Flat: 2. Andante grazioso
Luigi Boccherini · Luigi Boccherini - Great Recordings
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Piano Sonata No. 3 in B Minor, Op. 58: II. Scherzo. Molto vivace
Frédéric Chopin · Chopin: Piano Sonata No. 3 in B Minor, Op. 58: II. Scherzo. Molto vivace
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Notturno, Op. 112: I. Andante non troppo lento
Carl Reinecke · Romantische Verwandlungen
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Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35: II. Canzonetta. Andante - Live
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky · Tchaikovsky: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35
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Lieder ohne Worte VIII, Op. 102: III. Presto, MWV U195 "Tarantelle" (Arr. Sitt for String Quartet) - Musical Moments
Felix Mendelssohn · Mendelssohn: Lieder ohne Worte VIII, Op. 102: III. Presto, MWV U195 "Tarantelle" (Arr. Sitt for String Quartet) [Musical Moments]
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Symphony No. 2 in B-Flat Major, Op. 52 "Hymn of Praise": II. Allegro moderato maestoso "Alles, was Odem hat, lobe den Herrn"
Felix Mendelssohn · Mendelssohn: Lobgesang
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Piano Trio No. 2 in C Major, Op. 87: II. Andante con moto
Johannes Brahms · Brahms: Piano Trio Nos.1 Op.8 & 2 Op.87
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French Suite No. 3 in B Minor, BWV 814: I. Allemande
Johann Sebastian Bach · Johann Sebastian Bach: The French Suites
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Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: I. Adagio - Moderato
Edward Elgar · Elgar: Cello Concerto & Piano Quintet
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Piano Sonata in F-Sharp Minor, D. 571: II. Andante, D. 604
Franz Schubert · Schubert: Piano Sonatas, Vol. 1
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Symphony No. 3 in A Minor, Op. 56 "Scottish": II. Vivace non troppo
Felix Mendelssohn · Mendelssohn: Symphony No. 3 in A Minor, Op. 56 "Scottish": II. Vivace non troppo
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Liebe verwandelt (Instrumental) - Bonus Track
Martin Stock · Paulo Coelho - Kein Tag gleicht dem anderen (Deluxe Edition)
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