Smetana, Bedřich 1824-1884
Overview
| Works: | 10,880 works in 21,531 publications in 17 languages and 95,015 library holdings |
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| Genres: | Chamber music Symphonic poems Excerpts Live sound recordings Operas Scores Arrangements (Music) Parts (Music) Symphonies Vocal scores |
| Roles: | Author, Composer, Creator, Contributor, Other, Dedicatee, Musician, Honoree, Performer, Bibliographic antecedent, Conductor, Editor, Compiler, Translator, Recipient, Correspondent, Adapter, Arranger |
| Classifications: | M1002, 784.21843 |
Publication Timeline
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Most widely held works about
Bedřich Smetana
- Smetana by Brian Large( Book )
- The lives and times of the great composers by Michael Steen( Book )
- Smetana by John Clapham( Book )
- The Great composers, their lives and times( Book )
- Bedřich Smetana : letters and reminiscences by Bedřich Smetana( Book )
- Bedřich Smetana : myth, music, and propaganda by Kelly St. Pierre( Book )
- Smetana and Dvořák by Rik Suermondt( Book )
- The life of Smetana: the pain and the glory by Liam Nolan( Book )
- Smetana on 3000 records by John Reginald Bennett( Book )
- Smetana by William Ritter( Book )
- Bedřich Smetana by Zdeněk Nejedlý( Book )
- Smetana in Göteborg 1856-1862 by Clara Thörnqvist( Book )
- Bedřich Smetana by Bohumil Karásek( Book )
- Bedřich Smetana in Selbstzeugnissen und Bilddokumenten by Kurt Honolka( Book )
- Smetana : l'éveilleur by Guy Erismann( Book )
- Smetana by Julien Tiersot( Book )
- Frederick Smetana by Zdeněk Nejedlý( Book )
- Vier dutzend rothe Strümpfe-- : zur Rezeptionsgeschichte der Verkauften Braut von Bedřich Smetana in Wien am Ende des 19. Jahrhunderts by Vlasta Reittererová( Book )
- Smetana in Briefen und Erinnerungen by Bedřich Smetana( Book )
- Zwei Urmusikanten : Smetana, Dvor̆ák by Helmut Boese( Book )
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Most widely held works by
Bedřich Smetana
Má vlast by
Bedřich Smetana(
)
544 editions published between 1947 and 2018 in 14 languages and held by 9,076 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Smetana's cycle "My Country" is a pinnacle of symphonic literature. There is nothing quite like it: six musical poems which, while independent of each other, form an organic whole. As a composer, Smetana was in the vanguard. This visionary work is unmistakably personal, connected to the Czech nation's tragic history and to the Bohemian-Moravian landscape; it is not only about memory, it also gives hope for the future, brilliantly describing landscapes of the human soul. As such it goes beyond time, to create something of a lasting significance. This is music of nostalgia, which sets thoughts and emotions free. After hearing "My Country," one emerges stronger. Every one of these six pieces has a tremendous energy, and enables one to live with melancholy and sorrow: the work transforms the listener and enriches his soul
544 editions published between 1947 and 2018 in 14 languages and held by 9,076 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Smetana's cycle "My Country" is a pinnacle of symphonic literature. There is nothing quite like it: six musical poems which, while independent of each other, form an organic whole. As a composer, Smetana was in the vanguard. This visionary work is unmistakably personal, connected to the Czech nation's tragic history and to the Bohemian-Moravian landscape; it is not only about memory, it also gives hope for the future, brilliantly describing landscapes of the human soul. As such it goes beyond time, to create something of a lasting significance. This is music of nostalgia, which sets thoughts and emotions free. After hearing "My Country," one emerges stronger. Every one of these six pieces has a tremendous energy, and enables one to live with melancholy and sorrow: the work transforms the listener and enriches his soul
The bartered bride by
Bedřich Smetana(
)
170 editions published between 1947 and 2012 in 10 languages and held by 1,847 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Smetana's opera about the bartered bride who finally married the young Bohemian she loved
170 editions published between 1947 and 2012 in 10 languages and held by 1,847 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Smetana's opera about the bartered bride who finally married the young Bohemian she loved
String quartets no. 1 (From my life) and no. 2 by
Bedřich Smetana(
)
206 editions published between 1883 and 2015 in 6 languages and held by 1,821 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Two frequently performed works, remarkable for their portrait-like effects. The String Quartet No. 1 in E Minor, a musical recollection of the composer’s youth, paints a picture of ambition and love, with a hint of future difficulties. String Quartet No. 2 in D Minor, written after the composer had gone deaf, is less sanguine, with darker themes exerting an emotional pull on the listener. Reproduced from authoritative early editions
206 editions published between 1883 and 2015 in 6 languages and held by 1,821 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Two frequently performed works, remarkable for their portrait-like effects. The String Quartet No. 1 in E Minor, a musical recollection of the composer’s youth, paints a picture of ambition and love, with a hint of future difficulties. String Quartet No. 2 in D Minor, written after the composer had gone deaf, is less sanguine, with darker themes exerting an emotional pull on the listener. Reproduced from authoritative early editions
Die verkaufte Braut by
Bedřich Smetana(
)
119 editions published between 1956 and 2012 in 7 languages and held by 1,509 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Die verkaufte Braut: Komische Oper in drei Akten. Libretto: Karel Sabina
119 editions published between 1956 and 2012 in 7 languages and held by 1,509 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Die verkaufte Braut: Komische Oper in drei Akten. Libretto: Karel Sabina
String quartets by
Bedřich Smetana(
)
16 editions published between 1987 and 2018 in No Linguistic content and German and held by 1,491 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Pavel Haas Quartet has now put all their energy to the service of the music of Bedrich Smetana. Though very modest in scale, each of his chamber works can be said without exaggeration to be a foundation stone of Czech chamber music
16 editions published between 1987 and 2018 in No Linguistic content and German and held by 1,491 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Pavel Haas Quartet has now put all their energy to the service of the music of Bedrich Smetana. Though very modest in scale, each of his chamber works can be said without exaggeration to be a foundation stone of Czech chamber music
Piano works by
Bedřich Smetana(
)
35 editions published between 1981 and 2014 in 5 languages and held by 1,325 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
35 editions published between 1981 and 2014 in 5 languages and held by 1,325 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The moldau by
Bedřich Smetana(
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113 editions published between 1948 and 2016 in 4 languages and held by 1,286 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
113 editions published between 1948 and 2016 in 4 languages and held by 1,286 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
My country : a cycle of symphonic poems by
Bedřich Smetana(
)
29 editions published between 1954 and 1997 in 5 languages and held by 1,161 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
29 editions published between 1954 and 1997 in 5 languages and held by 1,161 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Trio, G minor, for pianoforte, violin and violoncello by
Bedřich Smetana(
)
214 editions published between 1880 and 2019 in 7 languages and held by 1,070 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
214 editions published between 1880 and 2019 in 7 languages and held by 1,070 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Dalibor by
Bedřich Smetana(
)
84 editions published between 1955 and 2015 in 7 languages and held by 1,008 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Smetana's tragic opera 'Dalibor' from 1868 is now acknowledged as a masterpiece, containing some of his greatest music. It tells a tale of knightly ideals, chivalry, love and loyalty, with striking echoes of Fidelio. The story transports us to 15th-century Prague, where Dalibor is imprisoned having avenged the death of his musician friend Zdenk. The sister of his victim, Milada, is touched by his plight and disguises herself as a boy violinist in order to enter the gaol
84 editions published between 1955 and 2015 in 7 languages and held by 1,008 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Smetana's tragic opera 'Dalibor' from 1868 is now acknowledged as a masterpiece, containing some of his greatest music. It tells a tale of knightly ideals, chivalry, love and loyalty, with striking echoes of Fidelio. The story transports us to 15th-century Prague, where Dalibor is imprisoned having avenged the death of his musician friend Zdenk. The sister of his victim, Milada, is touched by his plight and disguises herself as a boy violinist in order to enter the gaol
The bartered bride : a comic opera in three acts by
Bedřich Smetana(
)
48 editions published between 1924 and 1984 in 5 languages and held by 992 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
48 editions published between 1924 and 1984 in 5 languages and held by 992 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Dalibor : opera in 3 acts by
Bedřich Smetana(
)
51 editions published between 1950 and 2005 in 4 languages and held by 856 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
An exciting performance of Smetana's historic-tragic operatic masterpiece, Dalibor, a romantic tale of chivalry and patriotism. Gustav Mahler first conducted Dalibor in Vienna and this probably represents his performing version. Never before available at budget price, this opera stars the legendary soprano Leonie Rysanek along with her younger sister, Lotte, also a fine singer, and the heroic tenor Ludovic Spiess who will surprise those who haven't heard of him!
51 editions published between 1950 and 2005 in 4 languages and held by 856 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
An exciting performance of Smetana's historic-tragic operatic masterpiece, Dalibor, a romantic tale of chivalry and patriotism. Gustav Mahler first conducted Dalibor in Vienna and this probably represents his performing version. Never before available at budget price, this opera stars the legendary soprano Leonie Rysanek along with her younger sister, Lotte, also a fine singer, and the heroic tenor Ludovic Spiess who will surprise those who haven't heard of him!
Werke für Klavier by
Bedřich Smetana(
)
23 editions published between 1980 and 2015 in 3 languages and held by 843 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
23 editions published between 1980 and 2015 in 3 languages and held by 843 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Festive symphony by
Bedřich Smetana(
)
33 editions published between 1967 and 2018 in 4 languages and held by 748 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Bedrich Smetana's 'Festive Symphony' was composed in 1854 when hopes for Emperor Franz Joseph becoming King of Bohemia were high. The splendid sounds of Smetana's only formal symphony pre-echo later masterpieces such as 'Ma Vlast,' but his use of the Austrian Imperial anthem became unacceptable in the subsequent spirit of Czech nationalism, resulting in the work's neglect. With it's sparkling overture and lively rural dances, 'The Bartered Bride' secured Smetana's international reputation and, as the only Czech opera of it's day to enter the standard repertoire, it became a beacon for the nation's 19th century musical renaissance. Conductor Darrell Ang is the artistic director and chief conductor of China's Sichuan Symphony. He regularly conducts orchestras across the world, including the Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin
33 editions published between 1967 and 2018 in 4 languages and held by 748 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Bedrich Smetana's 'Festive Symphony' was composed in 1854 when hopes for Emperor Franz Joseph becoming King of Bohemia were high. The splendid sounds of Smetana's only formal symphony pre-echo later masterpieces such as 'Ma Vlast,' but his use of the Austrian Imperial anthem became unacceptable in the subsequent spirit of Czech nationalism, resulting in the work's neglect. With it's sparkling overture and lively rural dances, 'The Bartered Bride' secured Smetana's international reputation and, as the only Czech opera of it's day to enter the standard repertoire, it became a beacon for the nation's 19th century musical renaissance. Conductor Darrell Ang is the artistic director and chief conductor of China's Sichuan Symphony. He regularly conducts orchestras across the world, including the Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin
Piano trios by
Joseph Haydn(
)
38 editions published between 1986 and 2015 in 4 languages and held by 735 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The Van Bearle Trio has built a rich history in its few years of existence. On this debut CD, the trio combines works by Frenchmen Saint-Saens and Ravel with Dutch composer Theo Loevendie, in an homage to the musicians own French-Dutch connection
38 editions published between 1986 and 2015 in 4 languages and held by 735 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
The Van Bearle Trio has built a rich history in its few years of existence. On this debut CD, the trio combines works by Frenchmen Saint-Saens and Ravel with Dutch composer Theo Loevendie, in an homage to the musicians own French-Dutch connection
Piano trio in G minor, op. 15 by
Bedřich Smetana(
)
38 editions published between 1968 and 2008 in 4 languages and held by 632 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
38 editions published between 1968 and 2008 in 4 languages and held by 632 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
String quartets nos. 1 & 2 by
Bedřich Smetana(
)
19 editions published between 1987 and 2015 in 3 languages and held by 625 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
19 editions published between 1987 and 2015 in 3 languages and held by 625 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Prodaná nevěsta = The bartered bride by
Bedřich Smetana(
)
28 editions published between 1934 and 2009 in 4 languages and held by 624 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
28 editions published between 1934 and 2009 in 4 languages and held by 624 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
My country = (Má vlast) : symphonic poem cycle : no. 2, Moldau = Vltava by
Bedřich Smetana(
)
40 editions published between 1900 and 2013 in 6 languages and held by 563 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
40 editions published between 1900 and 2013 in 6 languages and held by 563 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Orchestral works by
Bedřich Smetana(
)
6 editions published in 2007 and held by 540 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
6 editions published in 2007 and held by 540 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
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Related Identities
- Sabina, Karel 1813-1877 Other Translator Performer Librettist Lyricist Honoree Author Contributor Editor Composer
- Česká filharmonie Other Performer Instrumentalist Musician
- Wiener Philharmoniker Other Performer Musician Contributor Instrumentalist
- Kubelík, Rafael 1914-1996 Other Singer Performer Director Conductor Author
- Wenzig, Josef 1807-1876 Other Librettist Lyricist Author Contributor Composer
- Národní divadlo v Praze Performer Instrumentalist
- Košler, Zdeněk Other Conductor Performer
- Levine, James 1943- Conductor Performer
- Cechova, Jitka 1971- Performer Instrumentalist
- Bartoš, František 1905-1973 Other Editor Adapter Author of introduction Contributor Compiler
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Bach, Johann Sebastian, Bartók, Béla, Beethoven, Ludwig van, Bellini, Vincenzo, Berlioz, Hector, Bizet, Georges, Brahms, Johannes, Britten, Benjamin, Composers Czech Republic Debussy, Claude, Dvořák, Antonín, Elgar, Edward, Fauré, Gabriel, Franck, César, Glinka, M. I.--(Mikhail Ivanovich), Grieg, Edvard, Handel, George Frideric, Janáček, Leoš, Liszt, Franz, Mendelssohn-Bartholdy, Felix, Meyerbeer, Giacomo, Mozart, Wolfgang Amadeus, Offenbach, Jacques, Operas Operas--Excerpts Orchestral music Piano music Piano trios Prokofiev, Sergey, Puccini, Giacomo, Rachmaninoff, Sergei, Rossini, Gioacchino, Saint-Saëns, Camille, Schubert, Franz, Schumann, Robert, Scriabin, Aleksandr Nikolayevich, Shostakovich, Dmitriĭ Dmitrievich, Sibelius, Jean, Smetana, Bedřich, Strauss, Johann, Strauss, Richard, Stravinsky, Igor, String quartets Symphonic poems Symphonies Tchaikovsky, Peter Ilich, Vaughan Williams, Ralph, Verdi, Giuseppe, Wagner, Richard,
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B.Smetana
Bedřich Smetana
Bedřich Smetana český hudební skladatel
Bedřich Smetana český hudobný skladateľ
Bedřich Smetana componist uit Keizerrijk Oostenrijk (1824-1884)
Bedřich Smetana compositeur tchècque
Bedřich Smetana compositeur tchèque
Bedřich Smetana compositor checo
Bedřich Smetana compositore ceco
Bedřich Smetana compozitor ceh
Bedřich Smetana Czech composer
Bedrich Smetana kompozitor çek
Bedřich Smetana kompozytor czeski
Bedřich Smetana músic i compositor txec
Bedřich Smetana tjeckisk kompositör, pianist och dirigent
Bedřich Smetana tschechischer Komponist
Bedřich Smetana Tšehhi helilooja
Bedřich Smetana tsjekkisk komponist og musikklærer
Bedrich Smetana - Zdenek Macal - Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra
Bedřich Smetana zeneszerző, karmester
Bedrick Smetana
Bedrix Smetana
Bedržėchos Smetana
Bedržichas Smetana
Bedržihs Smetana
F. Smetana
Fridericus Smetana
Friedrich Smetana
Smétana
Smetana, .. 1824-1884
Smetana B.
Smetana, B. 1824-1884
Smetana, B. (Bedržihs), 1824-1884
Smetana, B. skladatelj
Smetana, Bed 345;ich
Smetana, Bedric
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Smetana, Bedřich 1824-1884
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Smetana, Bedržich 1824-1884
Smetana Bedržichas
Smētana, Bedržichs, 1824-1884
Smetana, Bedržih
Smetana Bedržihs
Smetana, Bedržihs 1824-1884
Smetana, Bedžih
Smetana F.
Smetana Fr.
Smetana, Fr 1824-1884
Smetana Frederic
Smetana Frédéric 1824-1884
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Smetana Frederick 1824-1884
Smetana, Friedr 1824-1884
Smetana Friedrich
Smetana Friedrich 1824-1884
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Smītānā, Fridrīk
Smītānā, Fridrīk 1824-1884
Μπέντριχ Σμέτανα
Беджих Сметана
Бедржих Сметана
Бедржих Сметана чеський композитор, піаніст і диригент
Бедржих Сметана чешский композитор, пианист и дирижёр
Бедржых Сметана
Сметана Б.
Сметана, Б. (Бедржих), 1824-1884
Сметана Бедржих
Сметана, Бедржих, 1824-1884
Сметана, Бедржих чешский композитор, пианист и дирижёр
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בדז'יך סמטנה
בדז'יך סמטנה מלחין צ'כי
מקרס, צ'רלס
סמטנה, בדריך 1824-1884
סמטנה, פרידריך 1824-1884
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بدریش اسمتانا
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ਬੈਡਰਿਚ ਸਮੇਟਾਨਾ
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베드르지흐 스메타나
스메타나, 베드르지흐 1824-1884
스메타나, 베드르지히 1824-1884
스메타나, 베드리히 1824-1884
スメタナ
スメタナ 1824-1884
スメタナ, B.
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