Leroy Anderson was an American composer and conductor known for his light orchestral music. He played the piano and often incorporated a variety of instruments in his compositions, including the celesta, which featured prominently in his famous piece "Sleigh Ride." Anderson's work is characterized by its catchy melodies and rhythmic innovation, making him a significant figure in 20th-century American music.
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The film The Sting used several of his compositions
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Henry Purcell was primarily known as a composer rather than an instrumentalist, but he played the organ and was a skilled keyboard player. He served as an organist at Westminster Abbey and was known for his work in sacred music, operas, and songs. His compositions often featured the organ, highlighting his proficiency with the instrument.
Aaron Copland was primarily known as a composer, but he was also an accomplished pianist and often performed his own works. In addition to piano, he played the clarinet, which is featured prominently in some of his compositions. His musical education included studying various instruments, but his focus remained on composition and piano performance throughout his career.
The lyrics were by Ned Washington, the music by Bronislaw Kaper and Walter Jurmann. The song was featured in the Marx Brothers film "A Night at the Opera" and sung by Allan Jones.
Can-can was featured in the operetta "Orphée aux Enfers" (Orpheus In Hell) by 19th century French composer Jacques Offenbach.
One of Andres Calamaro's musical influences was Lito Nebbia, who was an Argentine composer. Lito was also featured in one of Calamaro's songs. The album that featured Lito was recorded in his studio.
Nocturne In C# Minor by Chopin is featured in the film "The Pianist".Austrian composer Carl Czerny wrote seventeen nocturnes.