Music inspired by ‘water’ abounds in classical music. 19-20th century saw a movement of impressionism in music with vibrant, vivid depictions of water.
Mendelssohn – Hebrides Overture. Beautiful, beguiling
Debussy – La Mer. Mesmerising, majestic
Mozart – Nachtmusik. Magnetic, musical
Strauss – Blue Danube. Daunting, dance
Thaikovsky – Swan Lake. Lovely, luscious
Marsick – La Source. Sensational, sweet
Ravel – Une Barque. Bold, bright
Williams – Sea Symphony. Stunning, surprising
Smetana – Die Moldau. Deep, desirous
Mussorgsky– Dawn Over Moscow River. Re-energising, refreshing
Wagner – Das Rheingold. Re-invigorating, real
Sebelius – Swan over Tuonela. Terrific, tonal