Allegretto Grazioso (from Symphony No. 8)

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By the time Antonin Dvor�k (1841-1904) completed his 4th Symphony in 1874, he was still little known outside his native Bohemia.�After applying several times for an Austrian state artist grant, he became known to Brahms, who recommended him to his publisher, Simrock.�Brahms' friendship and influence on his young friend became apparent in Dvorak's music, but with the 8th Symphony that effect had been superseded by a strong nationalistic trait.�The 3rd movement, "Allegretto Grazioso," is based on a song from an earlier opera, and the coda in a faster tempo recalls the "Slavonic Dances." These infectiously joyous melodies will be loved by students and audiences alike. This title is available in MakeMusic Cloud.

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