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Bedřich Smetana (1824–1884)

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One of the greatest Czech music composers. Today he is mainly known for his symphonic cycle Má vlast (My Fatherland) and operas Libuše and Prodaná nevěsta (The Bartered Bride).

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Author: Ivana Jeneralová
 
Added: 18.03.10
 
 
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