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Apr 10, 2013 · Classical Covers of Pop Songs: Beat It, Satisfaction, Bohemian Rhapsody... | Classical Music - YouTube. HALIDONMUSIC. 4.28M subscribers. Subscribed. 957. 228K views 11 years ago...
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- Billy Joel – This Night / Beethoven – Pathétique Sonata. “I have not forgiven myself for not being Beethoven,” Billy Joel said in an interview for CBS. So, in a classic case of ‘if you can’t beat them’, Joel wove in a swung version of the opening melody from the second movement of Beethoven’s ‘Pathétique’ Sonata in his chorus for ‘This Night’.
- Lady Gaga – Alejandro / Vittorio Monti – Csárdás. For the intro of her single ‘Alejandro’, Gaga neatly nabbed Csárdás, the rhapsodic concert piece for violin by Vittorio Monti – which itself was based on a traditional Hungarian folk dance.
- Eric Carmen – All by Myself / Rachmaninov – Piano Concerto No.2 in C minor. A great ’70s power ballad, reincarnated by Céline Dion in 1996, that finds the melody for its verses in Russian giant Rachmaninov’s most famous piano concerto – pop-classical sampling doesn’t get much more iconic than this.
- Maroon 5 – Memories / Pachelbel – Canon in D. Pachelbel’s ubiquitous cello chord progression has inspired plenty of pop songs – from Kylie Minogue’s ‘I Should Be So Lucky’ to Oasis’ ‘Don’t Look Back in Anger’.
Feb 15, 2024 · 17. 1.1K views 8 days ago. Indulge in the seamless fusion of pop and classical genres as you immerse yourself in this collection of study music, work music, and concentration music. This...
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Pop Goes Classical · Playlist · 105 songs · 925.1K likes.
- Rolling in the Deep – Adele. Adele’s powerful anthem, “Rolling in the Deep,” finds inspiration in the classical world through Samuel Barber’s “Adagio for Strings.”
- All by Myself – Eric Carmen. Eric Carmen’s poignant ballad, “All By Myself,” derives its melody from Sergei Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2. The sweeping romanticism of Rachmaninoff’s composition is beautifully translated into Carmen’s heartfelt lyrics, resulting in a timeless pop classic that resonates with feelings of loneliness and longing.
- Bohemian Rhapsody – Queen. “Bohemian Rhapsody” by Queen stands as a true masterpiece that transcends genres, seamlessly blending rock, opera, and classical elements into an epic and unforgettable musical journey.
- Eleanor Rigby – The Beatles. The Beatles’ “Eleanor Rigby” showcases the band’s artistic evolution, incorporating classical influences in its arrangement.
Sep 19, 2018 · Discover how pop stars like Britney Spears, The Beatles and Lady Gaga use classical music techniques in their songs. From tritones to counterpoint, these pop songs are a delight for classical musicians.
Six of the best pop songs inspired by classical music - Classical Music.
