Smetana, Bedřich 1824-1884
Overview
| Works: | 9,733 works in 19,804 publications in 17 languages and 90,883 library holdings |
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| Genres: | Symphonic poems Chamber music Excerpts Live sound recordings Operas Scores Symphonies Waltzes (Music) Parts (Music) Vocal scores |
| Roles: | Author, Composer, Creator, Dedicatee, Other, Honoree, Contributor, Musician, Performer, Bibliographic antecedent, Conductor, Editor, Compiler, Translator, Recipient, Adapter, Correspondent |
| 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 )
- The life of Smetana: the pain and the glory by Liam Nolan( Book )
- Smetana and Dvořák by Rik Suermondt( Book )
- Smetana on 3000 records by John Reginald Bennett( Book )
- Bedřich Smetana by Zdeněk Nejedlý( Book )
- Smetana by William Ritter( Book )
- Bedřich Smetana by Bohumil Karásek( Book )
- Smetana in Göteborg 1856-1862 by Clara Thörnqvist( Book )
- Bedřich Smetana in Selbstzeugnissen und Bilddokumenten by Kurt Honolka( Book )
- Smetana by Julien Tiersot( Book )
- Smetana : l'éveilleur by Guy Erismann( 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 )
- Frederick Smetana by Zdeněk Nejedlý( Book )
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Most widely held works by
Bedřich Smetana
Má vlast by
Bedřich Smetana(
)
461 editions published between 1947 and 2018 in 13 languages and held by 8,685 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
461 editions published between 1947 and 2018 in 13 languages and held by 8,685 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(
)
163 editions published between 1947 and 2012 in 10 languages and held by 1,957 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Smetana's opera about the bartered bride who finally married the young Bohemian she loved
163 editions published between 1947 and 2012 in 10 languages and held by 1,957 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Smetana's opera about the bartered bride who finally married the young Bohemian she loved
The moldau by
Bedřich Smetana(
)
312 editions published between 1928 and 2016 in 5 languages and held by 1,891 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
19. Jahrhundert; Hörbeispiel; Orchester; Sinfonie; Werkanalyse
312 editions published between 1928 and 2016 in 5 languages and held by 1,891 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
19. Jahrhundert; Hörbeispiel; Orchester; Sinfonie; Werkanalyse
String quartets no. 1 (From my life) and no. 2 by
Bedřich Smetana(
)
209 editions published between 1883 and 2015 in 6 languages and held by 1,772 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
209 editions published between 1883 and 2015 in 6 languages and held by 1,772 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 : [komische Oper in drei Akten] by
Bedřich Smetana(
)
111 editions published between 1956 and 2012 in 7 languages and held by 1,511 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Die verkaufte Braut: Komische Oper in drei Akten. Libretto: Karel Sabina
111 editions published between 1956 and 2012 in 7 languages and held by 1,511 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Die verkaufte Braut: Komische Oper in drei Akten. Libretto: Karel Sabina
Piano works by
Bedřich Smetana(
)
34 editions published between 1981 and 2014 in 5 languages and held by 1,206 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
34 editions published between 1981 and 2014 in 5 languages and held by 1,206 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
String quartets by
Antonín Dvořák(
)
15 editions published between 1976 and 2018 in 5 languages and held by 1,196 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
15 editions published between 1976 and 2018 in 5 languages and held by 1,196 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
My country : a cycle of symphonic poems by
Bedřich Smetana(
)
27 editions published between 1954 and 1997 in 5 languages and held by 1,067 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
27 editions published between 1954 and 1997 in 5 languages and held by 1,067 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Trio, G minor, for pianoforte, violin and violoncello by
Bedřich Smetana(
)
213 editions published between 1880 and 2019 in 7 languages and held by 1,041 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
213 editions published between 1880 and 2019 in 7 languages and held by 1,041 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
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 999 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
48 editions published between 1924 and 1984 in 5 languages and held by 999 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Dalibor by
Bedřich Smetana(
)
80 editions published between 1955 and 2015 in 7 languages and held by 940 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
80 editions published between 1955 and 2015 in 7 languages and held by 940 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
Dalibor : opera in 3 acts by
Bedřich Smetana(
)
50 editions published between 1950 and 2005 in 4 languages and held by 810 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!
50 editions published between 1950 and 2005 in 4 languages and held by 810 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(
)
22 editions published between 1980 and 2015 in 3 languages and held by 773 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
22 editions published between 1980 and 2015 in 3 languages and held by 773 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Festive symphony by
Bedřich Smetana(
)
31 editions published between 1967 and 2018 in 4 languages and held by 695 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Festive Symphony Czech Philharmonic Orchestra Karel Sejna, conductor
31 editions published between 1967 and 2018 in 4 languages and held by 695 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Festive Symphony Czech Philharmonic Orchestra Karel Sejna, conductor
The piano trios by
Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy(
)
33 editions published between 1986 and 2015 in 4 languages and held by 693 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Alte Musik Koln is a period music ensemble founded in 2006. The members of the ensemble, successful Baroque and instrumental specialists in their own right, each contribute a unique element to a particularly wide-ranging and harmonious whole. The present CD marks the beginning of a long-term cooperation with the label ARS. On their first recording, Alte Musik Koln turn their attention to Felix Mendelssohn
33 editions published between 1986 and 2015 in 4 languages and held by 693 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Alte Musik Koln is a period music ensemble founded in 2006. The members of the ensemble, successful Baroque and instrumental specialists in their own right, each contribute a unique element to a particularly wide-ranging and harmonious whole. The present CD marks the beginning of a long-term cooperation with the label ARS. On their first recording, Alte Musik Koln turn their attention to Felix Mendelssohn
Piano trio in G minor, op. 15 by
Bedřich Smetana(
)
39 editions published between 1968 and 2008 in 4 languages and held by 590 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
39 editions published between 1968 and 2008 in 4 languages and held by 590 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
String quartets nos. 1 & 2 by
Bedřich Smetana(
)
18 editions published between 1987 and 2015 in 3 languages and held by 570 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
18 editions published between 1987 and 2015 in 3 languages and held by 570 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Prodaná nevěsta = The bartered bride by
Bedřich Smetana(
)
26 editions published between 1934 and 2009 in 4 languages and held by 555 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
26 editions published between 1934 and 2009 in 4 languages and held by 555 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
My country = (Má vlast) : symphonic poem cycle : no. 2, Moldau = Vltava by
Bedřich Smetana(
)
37 editions published between 1900 and 2013 in 6 languages and held by 554 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
37 editions published between 1900 and 2013 in 6 languages and held by 554 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Moldau ; Vyšehrad by
Bedřich Smetana(
Recording
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21 editions published between 1961 and 1995 in No Linguistic content and Undetermined and held by 520 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
21 editions published between 1961 and 1995 in No Linguistic content and Undetermined and held by 520 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
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Related Identities
- Sabina, Karel 1813-1877 Other Translator Performer Librettist Lyricist Honoree Author Editor Creator Composer
- Česká filharmonie Other Performer Instrumentalist Musician
- Wiener Philharmoniker Other Performer Instrumentalist Musician
- Kubelík, Rafael 1914-1996 Other Singer Performer Director Conductor Author
- Wenzig, Josef 1807-1876 Other Librettist Author Editor Creator Composer
- Levine, James 1943- Conductor Performer
- Dvořák, Antonín 1841-1904 Other Musician Bibliographic antecedent Conductor Author Contributor Creator Compiler Composer
- Košler, Zdeněk Other Conductor Performer
- Národní divadlo v Praze Performer
- Kalbeck, Max 1850-1921 Other Translator Lyricist Adapter Author Editor Creator Librettist
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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 Piano trios, Arranged 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 Tchaikovsky, Peter Ilich, Vaughan Williams, Ralph, Verdi, Giuseppe, Wagner, Richard,
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Alternative Names
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 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 tschechischer Komponist
Bedřich Smetana Tšehhi helilooja
Bedřich Smetana tsjekkisk komponist og musikklærer
Bedřich Smetana var en tjeckisk kompositör, pianist och dirigent
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. skladatelj
Smetana, Bed 345;ich
Smetana, Bedric
Smetana Bedrich
Smetana, Bedřich 1824-1884
Smetana Bedrich Friedrich
Smetana, Bedržich
Smetana, Bedržich 1824-1884
Smetana Bedržichas
Smetana, Bedržih
Smetana Bedržihs
Smetana, Bedržihs 1824-1884
Smetana F.
Smetana Fr.
Smetana, Fr 1824-1884
Smetana Frederic
Smetana Frédéric 1824-1884
Smetana, Frederick
Smetana Frederick 1824-1884
Smetana, Friedr 1824-1884
Smetana Friedrich
Smetana Friedrich 1824-1884
Smetana Fryderyk
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 чешский композитор, пианист и дирижёр
Բեդրժիխ Սմետանա
בדז'יך סמטנה
בדז'יך סמטנה מלחין צ'כי
מקרס, צ'רלס
סמטנה, בדריך 1824-1884
סמטנה, פרידריך 1824-1884
بدرجيخ سميتنا
بدرجيخ سميتنا ملحن تشيكي
بدریش اسمتانا
بيدريخ سميتانا
बेद्रिच स्मेताना
বেদ্রিখ স্মেতানা চেক সঙ্গীত রচয়িতা
பெட்ரிக் சிமேத்தானா
ბედრჟიხ სმეტანა
베드르지흐 스메타나
스메타나, 베드르지흐 1824-1884
스메타나, 베드르지히 1824-1884
스메타나, 베드리히 1824-1884
スメタナ
スメタナ, B.
ベドルジハ・スメタナ
ベドルジハ・スメタナ チェコの作曲家
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