Ride of the Valkyries by Richard Wagner
Ride of the Valkyries by Richard Wagner (1813-1883) Richard Wagner was a German composer, conductor, theatre director, philosopher, music theorist, poet, essayist and writer primarily known for his operas (or “music dramas”, as they were later called). Wagner’s compositions, particularly those of his later period, are notable for their complex texture, rich harmonies and orchestration, …