Short bio Vaclav Tomasek
Birthday:
1774 in Skutec, Czech Republic
Died:
1850 in Prague, Czech Republic
Genre:
Classical
Period:
Romantic
Full biography Vaclav Tomasek
Vaclav Tomasek was a renowned Czech composer who lived from 1774 to 1850. He was a pianist, conductor, and music teacher who played a significant role in the musical heritage of the Czech Republic. Born in Skuteč, he began his musical career as a child prodigy, playing the organ in his hometown church.
He later studied music theory and composition at Prague’s Charles University. Tomasek became a lecturer at the university and taught many young musicians, including fellow Czech composer Antonín Dvořák. He also played a significant role in establishing the Prague Conservatory, which became one of the most prestigious music schools in Europe.
Tomasek's musical style was heavily influenced by Czech folk music, and he was known for his ability to blend traditional folk melodies with classical harmony. In his compositions, he portrayed the spirit of his country through beautiful melodies, colorful harmonies, and lively rhythms. His works include chamber music, symphonies, concertos, and piano music, among others.
Tomasek's most famous works are the set of six piano sonatines he wrote for his daughter, Johanna. These sonatas are notable for their gentle and melodious character, which captures the essence of traditional Czech folk music. He also composed a cycle of songs, "Songs of the Bohemian People," which featured melodies from various regions of the Czech Republic.
In conclusion, Vaclav Tomasek was an essential figure in Czech music history, and his contributions continue to influence musicians all over the world. His music captured the spirit and charm of the Czech people, and he will always be remembered as one of the most prominent composers of his time.
Compositions featuring Vaclav Tomasek
| # | Name | Duration | Genre | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dansen uit het Labyrinth | 17:28 min | Orchestral | 1962 |
| 2 | Stammbuchblatt, for piano | 2:41 min | Keyboard | 1841 |
| 3 | Eclogue for piano no.41 in G major, Op.83/5 | 2:46 min | Keyboard | 1823 |
| 4 | Eclogue for piano No.34 in A flat major, Op.66/4 | 4:43 min | Miscellaneous (Classical) | 1819 |
| 5 | Eclogue for piano No.25 in D major, Op.63/1 | 4:37 min | Keyboard | 1817 |
| 6 | Eclogue for piano No.26 in A major, Op.63/2 | 3:40 min | Keyboard | 1817 |
| 7 | Eclogue for piano No.27 in G minor, Op.63/3 | 4:57 min | Keyboard | 1817 |
| 8 | Eclogue for piano No.28 in F major, Op.63/4 | 4:50 min | Keyboard | 1817 |
| 9 | Eclogue for piano No.30 in C major, Op.63/6 | 3:23 min | Keyboard | 1817 |
| 10 | Eclogue for piano No.29 in D flat major, Op.63/5 | 6:10 min | Keyboard | 1817 |
| 11 | Eclogue for piano No.24, Op.51/6 | 6:01 min | Keyboard | 1815 |
| 12 | Eclogue for piano No.22 in F major, Op 51/4 | 5:00 min | Keyboard | 1815 |
| 13 | Eclogue for piano No.21, Op.51/3 | 6:34 min | Keyboard | 1815 |
| 14 | Eclogue for piano No.20, Op.51/2 | 7:21 min | Keyboard | 1815 |
| 15 | Eclogue for piano No.19, Op.51/1 | 5:32 min | Keyboard | 1815 |
| 16 | Eclogue for piano No.23, Op.51/5 | 7:34 min | Keyboard | 1815 |
| 17 | Eclogue for piano No.16 in G major, Op.47/4 | 4:55 min | Keyboard | 1813 |
| 18 | Eclogue for piano No.14 in A flat major, Op.47/2 | 6:26 min | Miscellaneous (Classical) | 1813 |
| 19 | Eclogue for piano No.13 in F major, Op.47/1 | 4:10 min | Keyboard | 1813 |
| 20 | Eclogue for piano No.18 in E flat major, Op.47/6 | 4:00 min | Keyboard | 1813 |
| 21 | Eclogue for piano No.12 in C major, Op.39/6 | 3:57 min | Keyboard | 1810 |
| 22 | Eclogue for piano No.11 in A flat major, Op.39/5 | 3:01 min | Keyboard | 1810 |
| 23 | Eclogue for piano No.10 in F major, Op.39/4 | 4:02 min | Keyboard | 1810 |
| 24 | Eclogue for piano No.9 in A minor, Op.39/3 | 2:34 min | Keyboard | 1810 |
| 25 | Eclogue for piano No.4 in C major, Op. 35/4 | 4:00 min | Keyboard | 1807 |
| 26 | Eclogue for piano No.6 in G major, Op. 35/6 | 3:51 min | Keyboard | 1807 |
| 27 | Eclogue for piano No.5 in E minor, Op. 35/5 | 3:09 min | Keyboard | 1807 |
| 28 | Eclogue for piano No.3 in A major, Op. 35/3 | 4:04 min | Keyboard | 1807 |
| 29 | Eclogue for piano No.2 in F major, Op.35/2 | 4:40 min | Keyboard | 1807 |
| 30 | Eclogue for piano No.1in B flat major, Op. 35/1 | 4:56 min | Keyboard | 1807 |
| 31 | Wer kauft Liebesgötter? for voice & piano ("Von allen schönen Waren"), Op. 53/6 | 1:53 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 32 | Mit einem gemalten Band, for voice & piano ("Kleine Blumen, kleine Blätter"), Op. 55 | 1:24 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 33 | Missa Solemnis, Op 81 | 46:55 min | Choral | - |
| 34 | Mignons Sehnsucht, for voice & piano | 4:00 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 35 | Piano Concerto No. 2 in E flat major, Op. 20 | 29:11 min | Concerto | - |
| 36 | Nachgefühl, for voice & piano ("Wenn die Reben wieder blühen"), Op. 53/4 | 1:13 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 37 | Messa con Graduale et Offertorio, for chorus & orchestra, Op. 46 | 40:05 min | Choral | - |
| 38 | Nähe des Geliebten, for voice & piano ("Ich denke dein"), Op. 53/2 | 2:49 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 39 | Philine (Die Nacht), for voice & piano ("Singet nicht in Trauertönen"), Op. 55/5 | 3:04 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 40 | Piano Concerto No. 1 in C major, Op. 18 | 25:27 min | Concerto | - |
| 41 | Songs (3), Op 77 | Vocal Music | - | |
| 42 | Allegro Capriccioso di Bravura, for piano in D minor, Op. 84/1 | 11:50 min | Keyboard | - |
| 43 | Wandrers Nachtlied, for voice & piano ("Der du von dem Himmel bist"), Op. 58/4 | 2:11 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 44 | Vorschlag zur Güte, for voice & piano | 1:31 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 45 | Variation on a Waltz by Diabelli (v. 43) | 1:56 min | Keyboard | - |
| 46 | Trost in Tränen, for voice & piano ("Wie kommt's, daß du so traurig bist"), Op. 53/5 | 4:54 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 47 | Ständchen, for voice & piano, Op. 107/3 | 1:54 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 48 | Sorge, for voice & piano ("Kehre nicht in diesem Kreise"), Op. 57/4 | 1:13 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 49 | Songs (41) on poems of Goethe, Opp 53-61 | Vocal Music | - | |
| 50 | Songs (3), Op 92 | 8:02 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 51 | Piano Sonata in A major, Op. 26/48 | 23:52 min | Keyboard | - |
| 52 | Songs (3), Op 33 | Vocal Music | - | |
| 53 | Selbstbetrug, for voice & piano ("Der Vorhang schwebet hin und her"), Op. 56/2 | 1:39 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 54 | Schäfers Klagelied, for voice & piano ("Da droben auf jenem Berge"), Op. 56/1 | 4:05 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 55 | Requiem | 43:40 min | - | |
| 56 | Rastlose Liebe, for voice & piano ("Dem Schnee, dem Regen"), Op. 58/1 | 0:57 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 57 | Rapsodia for piano in F minor, Op. 41/1 | 4:58 min | Keyboard | - |
| 58 | Piano Sonata in E flat major, Op. 13 | 24:17 min | Keyboard | - |
| 59 | Piano Sonata in C major, Op. 14 | 22:58 min | Keyboard | - |
| 60 | Die Bekehrte, for voice & piano | 2:02 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 61 | Allegro Capriccioso di Bravura, for piano in E minor, Op. 84/3 | 10:50 min | Keyboard | - |
| 62 | Am Flusse, for voice & piano ("Verfließt, vielgeliebte lieder"), Op. 55/3 | 1:24 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 63 | An den Mond, for voice & piano | 3:19 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 64 | An die Entfernte, for voice & piano ("So hab' ich wirklich dich verloren?"), Op. 55/1 | 1:34 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 65 | An Linna, for voice & piano | 2:05 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 66 | Auf dem See, for voice & piano ("Und frische Nahrung"), Op. 57 | 1:40 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 67 | Bohemian Songs (6) for voice & piano, Op. 71 | 11:04 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 68 | Das Geheimnis, for voice & piano | 2:25 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 69 | Das Lied | 2:54 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 70 | Das Veilchen, for voice & piano | 2:31 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 71 | Der Fischer, for voice & piano ("Das Wasser rauscht"), Op. 59/3 | 3:03 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 72 | Der König in Thule, for voice & piano ("Es war ein König in Thule"), Op. 59/2 | 3:07 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 73 | Der Rattenfänger, for voice & piano ("Ich bin der wohlbekannte Sänger"), Op. 54/5 | 3:04 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 74 | Des Greises Trauerlied, for voice & piano, Op. 69/1 | 4:51 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 75 | Meeres Stille, for 2 sopranos, bass & piano, Op. 60/3 | 2:47 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 76 | Die Erwartung | 8:42 min | Miscellaneous (Classical) | - |
| 77 | Die Spinnerin, for voice & piano | 2:48 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 78 | Die Spröde, for voice & piano | 1:45 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 79 | Dithyramb for piano in C minor, Op. 65/1 | 4:43 min | Keyboard | - |
| 80 | Dithyramb for piano in F Major, Op. 65/3 | 7:23 min | Keyboard | - |
| 81 | Eclogues, for piano, Op. 66 | 31:54 min | Keyboard | - |
| 82 | Erlkönig, for voice & piano ("Wer reitet so spät durch Nacht und Wind?"), Op. 59/1 | 3:11 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 83 | Erster Verlust, for voice & piano ("Ach, wer bringt die schönen Tage?"), Op. 56/3 | 2:33 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 84 | Fantasy for glass harmonica in E minor | Chamber Music | - | |
| 85 | Frühzeitiger Frühling, for voice & piano ("Tage der Wonne"), Op. 54 | 2:09 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 86 | Heidenröslein, for voice & piano, Op. 53/1 | 2:26 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 87 | Jägers Abendlied, for voice & piano ("Im Felde schleich' ich still und wild"), Op. 57/5 | 1:23 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 88 | Lied eines Alpenmädchens, for voice & piano, Op. 96/3 | 2:26 min | Vocal Music | - |
| 89 | Mailied, for voice & piano ("Wie herrlich leuchtet mir die Natur"), Op. 53/3 | 2:12 min | Vocal Music | - |
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