Program Music

Program music is a genre of classical music that evokes a narrative, scene, or concept beyond pure musical form. Composers in this genre, such as Ernest Chausson and Nikolai Tcherepnin, use rich orchestration, thematic development, and expressive harmonies to depict stories, landscapes, or emotions. Often inspired by literature, mythology, or historical events, program music features vivid tonal imagery and dynamic contrasts to guide the listener through its intended idea. Whether through sweeping symphonic poems or intimate chamber works, composers like Gordon Getty and Alexander Litvinovsky craft pieces that transcend abstract musical form, immersing audiences in evocative and cinematic soundscapes.

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Alexander Litvinovsky
Ernest Chausson
Anna Ignatova
Vasily Kalinnikov
Joachim Raff
Nikolai Tcherepnin
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