Samuel Barber
Adagio for Strings
A string ensemble that builds slowly, like sorrow welling up
Samuel Barber · Adagio for Strings
You've probably heard it here
MoviesPlatoon(1986)
Plays during the film's climactic scene
MoviesThe Elephant Man(1980)
Plays during the film's climactic scene
OtherBroadcast of President Roosevelt's death(1945)
Broadcast on the radio when his death was announced
OtherLast Night of the BBC Proms (9/11 tribute)(2001)
Played in memory of the victims of 9/11
▶ Listen to the famous part · Sony Classical (official, Vienna Philharmonic/Dudamel)
Credits
Next piece: "Wedding March" from A Midsummer Night's Dream