Dvorak new world iv

A beautiful piece!

"New World Symphony" (also known as "From the New World") is a symphony by Antonín Dvořák, composed in 1893. The fourth movement, also known as the "Largo," is one of the most famous and beloved movements in the symphony.

The "Largo" movement is a slow and contemplative piece, featuring a soaring melody played by the violins, accompanied by a subtle and gentle rhythm provided by the other instruments. The movement is often described as having a sense of longing or yearning, and is said to evoke the beauty and majesty of the American wilderness, which Dvořák was inspired by during his time in the United States.

The "New World Symphony" was commissioned by the New York Philharmonic Society, and was premiered on December 16, 1893, at Carnegie Hall in New York City. The symphony is considered one of Dvořák's most popular and enduring works, and the "Largo" movement is often performed as a standalone piece.

Here's a beautiful recording of the "Largo" movement by the Berlin Philharmonic, conducted by Herbert von Karajan:

[Listen to the recording]

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