Most achingly-beautiful music


Ultimately, we listen to music to be moved, for example, to be elated, exulted, calmed or pained. Which are the 3 most affecting pieces of music do you find the most affecting?
hungryear
Thanks Khrys: I'll bet that's it. We received the piece on a "burned CD" without any other info. Everyone that I have played and hummed it to has noted the BA commercial but did not know the name.
Vaughn Williams, 'Fantasia on a theme by Thomas Tallis'
it sends shivers up my spine and tears to my eyes every time.
Best,
Ken
1. Second movement of Beethoven's violin concerto.
2. Mario Lanza singing "Marie" (especially after your Italian mom passes away).
3. Side 4 of Yes "Tales from Topographic Oceans"
Mahler, "Song of the Earth" K. Ferrier/B Walter, the Farewell. Not recommended for suicidal tendencies. Kathleen sang Ewig (farewell) a few months before she died -- and she knew her condition.
Forgot it was 3. Brahms, 1st piano concerto, 1st movement, Curzon. Bach, Mass in B minor.
Regards