Symphony

Within this essay, for question 1, I will be describing symphony, concerto, sonata and quartet in relation to their historical background. By using multiple similarities and differences in order to compare and contrast each of these things. According to an online dictionary, a symphony is defined as “an elaborate instrumental composition in three or more movements, similar in form to a sonata but written for an orchestra and usually of far grander proportions and more varied elements.” A…

6: Melody: Phrase, Motive, Tune Noticing details in the melody, such as the phrase, motive, and tune isn’t always an easy task, but what a better way to practice and get better at it than by listening to a piece by Beethoven. Beethoven’s Symphony no. 5 in C minor, Op. 67 proved to be another masterpiece in orchestra, as many recognized it due to something known as the four-note opening motif. Listening more to it people heard the twice a descending sequence; furthermore, “Allegro con…

Initial Reactions Beethoven’s Symphony No 5 Mvmt I opens up with the breathtaking notes. The sounds almost made me to feel as if I am in the middle of the storm. At the same time, I could see why this symphony is known as ‘The Destiny.’ The majestic and yet somewhat tragic theme sounds as if the coming of the unavoidable tragic fate. On the other hand, the receiving gentle melody comforts as if telling the hope is still there behind that. This work is also known as the one composed while…

The concert I will review for my final assignment will be Ludwig Van Beethoven’s 9th symphony as performed by The Chicago Symphony Orchestra. It contains four movements: The first movement starts with hard dramatic strings, leading into a plethora of pleasant melodies and lovely consonance. An emotional rollercoaster would best describe this movement as the piece transitions from soft calming sounds from the horns and woodwinds to hard-pressed portions that are dominated by the string group.…

music that I listened to had been Symphony No. 5. This symphony was composed by Ludwig van Beethoven. Beethoven is one of the most well-known and impressive composers due to his ability to create such outstanding music while being partially deaf. Symphony No. 5 is still one of the most famous symphonies to this day. It is made up of a series of four movements; the first being allegro con brio, andante con moto, allegro, and allegro. The first movement of Symphony No. 5 was an allegro con brio,…

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…

I attended a classical concert that was performed by OCU’s Symphony Orchestra. Out of all the concerts I had to attend for this class this one was my favorite. Classical music is very creative and gives people the chance to listen to it and interpret it according to the emotions pouring out of the music. There is something so calming about listening to classical music. For most classical pieces, that is. The OCU symphony played the fourth movement of Ginastera's Piano Concerto No. 1, and I…

For this assessment, I attended the prometheus symphony orchestra’s 51st seasonal concert. Which was directed and conducted by Eric Hansen. As Eric Hansen mentioned in his introduction speech, The Prometheus Symphony Orchestra is a community-based all volunteer orchestra which is devoted to bring beautiful symphonies to the community. This orchestra is currently associated with Merritt College in Oakland. This is their 51st season of offering concert to Oakland Community. The performance took…

"Beethoven's pastoral symphonies are not only more fascinating than the most beautiful scenery of the painting but more imaginative and convincing that it is heaven on earth. There the soul is integrated with nature and is immersed in peace. This is the French novelist George's praise of the great work in the "travel letter." Beethoven's nine symphonies are great, but one of my favorites is the pastoral symphony. The reason is simple: this piece of music is natural. Beethoven was a pioneer. He…

The Symphony in C is a work planted immovably in Stravinsky's neoclassical period. He headed out to California where he finished the last development of the orchestra in August 1940.Shortly after he started the work in late 1938 his girl kicked the bucket of tuberculosis; this was followed in March of 1939 with the passing of his wife, and his mom's demise in June. He proceeded with work on the ensemble, in any case, and by August had finished the initial two developments. He directed the main…