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In an attempt to combat my recurring insomnia, I have started to listen to classical music on my iPod in bed.

I quite enjoy Chopin's Nocturnes, as I find the solo piano sound very relaxing.

I am also looking to download Chopin's Préludes and Bach's Cello Suites.

Do you have any recommendations from other composers to add to my night music soundtrack? The emphasis has to be on soft and soothing, rather than fast and

furious [:P]

I much prefer instrumental solos or duets to full orchestral (too distracting) and my preferred instruments are the piano, the violin, the cello, the oboe and the clarinet.

I look forward to listening to your suggestions [:)]

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Thanks for the replies [:)]

I am not looking for a cure for insomnia and I am really looking forward to suggestions of soothing classical music.

Songs keep me awake, as I  focus on the lyrics.

Same for a full orchestral performance, as I find myself focusing on the

individual instruments [8-)]

Please?[:)]

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It wouldn't work for me because I soon as I hear a piece of music I am alert...it awakens my senses.

But here are a few suggestions of well-known music which might be appropriate.

I'm sure I will think of many more..

Mozart Clarinet concerto and quintet

Bach Lute suites

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yPjtRSgg2fg&feature=related

Schumann:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qq7ncjhSqtk&feature=related

Liszt

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JdNNPcctrJY&feature=related

and

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yxAYrk_Yhf0&feature=related

Moonlight

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O6txOvK-mAk&feature=related

some purcell

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ioPpqKU9wmI&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3xC_vXtancw&feature=related

debussy

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rMw_AY6w4dk&feature=PlayList&p=71327895927B9DD4&playnext=1&playnext_from=PL&index=19

You might be better off with something like:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wJqhh5t-1gM

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Thanks Norman, that's more like it [:)]

I already have a few of the ones you mention (Mozart, Debussy, Beethoven).

Not too keen on Purcell (sounds to "busy" for what I want, if you se what I mean), but very taken with Schumann and Liszt. I will look out for more of those.

As for whale music and such like, thanks for the suggestion, but no thanks [:P]

I quite understand how a piece of music awakens senses, which is why I prefer single instrument pieces.

I fear being overwhelmed by too many sounds when all I want is to relax  and let my mind drift...

More please [:)]

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the Janacek pieces are at

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cz0yuq14Fks

and following links...

More:

Schubert Impromtus:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6_SbflSwAg

and Sonatas

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=evFt11h_gmA&feature=related

and String Quintet

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OLtJmOHRJIQ&feature=related

Chopin Barcarolle:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KU-5u2dmXdM&feature=related

and Ballades

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MsoUIBcl7iw&feature=related

other Schumann:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fYDSiFh1uiA&feature=related

Bach again (listen to the Fugue..the second part)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xEgMf17ttTs&feature=related

Ravel...you are French!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TF9R4oPyy5c&feature=related

and Satie Gymnopedies, Gnossiennes and Nocturnes (there are several of each)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Al5U1WJ48rM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tJQGM3MfqmI&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8AXqKqTpRyc&feature=related

Mozart (if not too many instruments)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YE21T8msuy8

and two Sonata movements:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eQpsL_kh6pE&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XOuv-e2X7vo&feature=related

to go back to the piano:

Scriabin in this mood (but sometimes he is violent!)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YSWsHvSkSYk&feature=SeriesPlayList&p=D12951B688DB52DD

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TWdlOVYPYgU

Mendelssohn 'Songs without words' there are lots ..

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kYEggRrIH50

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wR3t6vJOMe0&feature=related

rather more dissonant

the Berg Sonata

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3WZf9VbPKsM&feature=related

which you may find wakes you up, though for me it is ultimately reposing..

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[quote user="Mareille"]Researchers in Israel have found that when they played a range of composers to premature babies Mozart had the most calming effect, reducing the energy they expended and so causing greatest weight gain.

Chris

[/quote]

How would I get the first and avoid the last? [:P]

PS: I'll add more Mozart to my playlist [:)]

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Exactly my thought, Clair!

Can you let us know if any pieces of music have a particularly good effect on sending you to sleep?

I actually slept for about 7 hours last night, a record! Nothing to do with music or anything else I can think of, apart from exhaustion - but even that hasn't usually worked for more than a couple of hours.

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[quote user="gardengirl "]Can you let us know if any pieces of music have a particularly good effect on sending you to sleep?

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The music in itself does not send me to sleep but it makes it easier for me to slow down mentally and rest.

Sleep comes in bouts of a couple of hours at a time as long as I don't become mentally stimulated [:)]

My playlist currently includes the following (and others):

  • Debussy (Clair de Lune, Arabesque, Rèverie)
  • Elgar (Cello concerto, )
  • Enio Morricone (Gabriel's Oboe)
  • Chopin (all Nocturnes, sonata Op.58, Prélude E minor Op. 28)
  • Puccini (from Madame Butterfly and Gianni Schicci)
  • JS Bach (Cello Suites, cello sonata in G minor, concerto for 2 violins)
  • Beethoven (Moonlight sonata, piano concerto n°5, piano concerto n°3 Largo)
  • Mozart (clarinet concerto adagio, Lacrimosa, Trio from Cosi fan tutte)
  • Pachelbel (canon in D)
  • ....

I am also looking at the "relaxing classics compilation" sort-of-albums from iTunes... [8-)]

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Clair:

Conspicuous by his absence is Antonio Vivaldi (The Red Priest).

Here:

Generally, Baroque Music is less "Busy".

Harry Christophers and "The Sixteen" are perhaps the greatest current exponents. Here:

I am very much moved by the voice of Elin Mannahan Thomas; Here: who sings like an angel!

Heard her Eternal Source of Light Divine, CD on Classic FM (Vivaldi's Nullo in Mundo Pax Sincera in particular) and bought the CD immediately!

Her site will play some samples. Not the "Shrieky" sort of sopranao, and her upper register notes are crystal clear and sooooo relaxing.

Music to Snore With!

 

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