Symphony No. 94

elements of mostly classical and romantic characteristics. The contrast of classical versus romantic can be clearly seen in his symphonies where he compose them in an almost classical manner, but his continuous use of harmony and melodic themes ,identical with the romantic era, made the differentiation between classical and Romanticism very clear. His chamber works, like his symphonies, were mostly also from the classical era but some of his chamber music showcased his “peculiar bran of…

Analysis: Mozart Symphony no.40 in G minor K.550 (1788), first movement There are more questions surrounding Mozart's final three symphonies nos. 39, 40, and 41 or "Jupiter" than answers. Mozart’s Symphony in G minor, K550 “is one of the greatest final trilogies that Mozart composed and the process of composing this piece lasted from six to eight weeks during the summer of 1788”(Heninger, 2003, p.1) Firstly, it was written for “strings, flutes, oboes and bassoons. It is then revised to give…

Filled with trepidation, I entered the Conservatory Concert Hall for the first time. I was about to catch a classical music concert performed by the students of the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music. As I walked to my seat, I immediately noticed the abundance of spotlights present. I figured that spotlights were able to give a warm atmosphere as were able to show the audience where the focus ought to be. I also noticed a convex wall behind the stage that was draped with curtains. I could not…

3.3 Piano Figuration 3.3.1 Use of Percussive Figuration Prokofiev first used percussive figuration in Sarcasms Op. 17 and Toccata Op. 11 written in the same year. At the beginning of Sarcasms, the Tempestoso is depicted by the percussive introduction. The harsh percussive sound in the interval of the augmented fourth is not only reinforced by ff, but also projects an intense emotion. The dynamic contrast in the first four measures further heightens the intensity. Ex. 3.9 Sarcasms Op. 17 No. 1…

HISTORY The Franz Liszt Academy of Music is highest educational institution of music in Hungary, it is one the most known buildings in the district VI. It is also one of the largest concert venue. The Academy of Music (Zeneakadémia) was opened in 1870, allowing good music students to get higher education in Hungary. Ferenc Liszt, the famous Hungarian composer, was one of the biggest supporters of the conservatory, the famous Hungarian composer. The Academy opened its doors in 1875, and…

Beethovens 5th symphony movement 4 This piece was composed by Ludwig Beethoven between the years 1804-1808. This is the most frequently performed symphonies and arguable one of the best classical pieces ever composed. This piece was first performed in 1808 and achieved its fame shortly afterwards. Beethoven was a major composer who help music transition from the classical to the romantic era. Beethoven did not only compose 9 symphonies but he also composed a few piano concertos, violin concertos…

Ludwig van Beethoven‘s Symphony No. 1 in C Major, Op. 21 is considered to be a landmark in the field of symphonic composition. In this work the composer brings the late Classical period into full bloom while bridging in the essence of Romanticism. This was the composers’ first major composition for orchestra in which he scored: 2 flutes, 2 oboes, 2 clarinets in C, 2 bassons, 2 horns in C and F, 2 trumpets in C, timpani and strings. The form of the piece is comprised of 4 movements. The first…

Title: Angelus autem Domini Publisher: Friedrich Pustet (1854) Composer/Arranger: Felice Anerio Voicing: SATB Language: Latin Difficulty Level: Medium Length of Piece: 1:40 Accompanied or A Cappella: A Cappella Sacred or Secular: Sacred Comments: This is an A cappella piece that requires experienced singers. There are no extreme ranges. Ranges and tessitura are generally standard.. Highly recommended work for Easter as it’s a religious work. 2. Title: Factum est…

Body of paragraph Have you ever thought of playing a musical instrument that had a rich, deep sound? Have you ever wanted to impress your friends by playing a musical instrument? Are six strings to much for you? If you answered yes to any of these, then the electric bass may be for you. If you found that the guitar’s 6 string layout was just too complex, then try the basses 4 string layout. The strings are much thicker, they are easier to play, and the tone is much lower than a guitar. Some…

Multimodal translating of the Musical The Phantom of the Opera in China As the development of cultural undertakings, Chinese people have more diversified demands on art and voices for musicals are getting higher and higher. Musical is a form of theatrical performance which combines dialogues, music, movement, lightening and sounding technology as an integrated whole.it was born in western countries in the twentieth century, and enjoyed the highest popularity in American Broadway and the Western…