As youngsters, they learned to play an instrument and some became better at it than others. Those who kept at it often made it a career and became famous as musicians, mentors and teachers. Some of them took their skills and special talent in a different direction. Hear how composers turn historical events, people, places and adventure into All Those Notes with Shari Barbour.
Unique instruments with a distinct and lively sound.
"He brought a new kind of beauty into the world." (Pierre Boulez)
One of the leading Spanish composers of the "Beautiful Age".
A composer of great promise - unfulfilled.
"One of the greatest geniuses of modern music." (Pablo Casals)
Where there's a will, there's a way.
"Music is music whether it is for the stage, rostrum or cinema." (E.W. Korngold)
One of the most iconic and famous songwriters in American history.
A great 20th Century musician and composer.
One of the most important American composers of the 20th century.
Important in linking the Classical Era to the Romantic.
The most important composer of French Grand Opera.
Well-known present-day composer, choral conductor and music scholar.
He lit a candle in the world of music that will never go out. (Vaughan-Williams)
Famous for an opera based on a Shakespeare play.
One of the most influential violinists of all time.
A great contributor to Late Baroque and Early Classical music.
An award-winning, versatile, contemporary American composer.
20th century ambassador of music for everyone.
An important force in the world of music, who happened to be a woman.
Legendary piano virtuoso, composer and conductor.
Musician, composer and his life-changing piece of music.
Ambassador for American music - loved, admired and respected all over the world.
An important 18th century composer and teacher.
New Orleans' first international superstar.
Religious mystic known for her literary works and songs.
A master of small-scale forms. But, did you know...
A leader in the Nationalist movement of Spanish music.
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