Symphony

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…

Robert Schumann composed orchestral music, including four symphonies and one piano concerto. He also composed chamber music, including three string quartets, one piano quintet, one piano quartet, piano trios, and sonatas. In the emotional abandonment of his music, Schumann is the true Romantic. His piano pieces are filled with impassioned melody, unique changes of harmony, and driving rhythms. His music was often had literacy, meaning and was connected by a literary theme or musical motto.…

eras, his period during this growth period of music shows how he was constantly evolving with the musical landscape that he was thrust into. Beethoven’s influence can still be felt today. No other piece represents the genius of Beethoven more than Symphony No. 5. Part of the reason why this piece has resonated with contemporary listeners is because the piece uses similar techniques to modern music in its method of creating intrigue. For example, the opening four notes is continuously…

Who is Beethoven? An individual most likely has perceived his name or even acknowledges his most prominent symphonies, but why is Beethoven considered a significant icon towards to society up to this date? Furthermore, Ludwig van Beethoven born on December 16, 1770, in Bonn, Germany during the eras of Classical and Romantic (Ludwig). As a young boy he dealt with his alcoholic father, Johann Beethoven, in which demanded him to practice the piano hourly, disregarding the circumstances. That being…

movement no. 2, A Ball:Valse, Allegro non troppo. It is Program symphony with five movements. Each movement has a story of it, such as Beethoven with his symphonies and movements. This music tells a story of an artist’s obsession with a woman he adores and whose wild imagination and opium-induced hallucinations takes us through his dreams and passions. It was relaxing during playing this symphony and it’s one of my favorite symphony; I picked this concert because of this piece. The Symphonie…

in Allegro. This piece began with the violins providing a very lively tempo. It evoked feelings of happiness and excitement. It was played by a strings orchestra only, which included the cellos. The mood became more dramatic as it progressed. The symphony played in unison producing a harmony of tone colors. I also enjoyed the syncopation of this movement, in which the offbeat notes were beautifully accented. The second movement was andante. The violins began in a loud, soft tempo which played a…

31, 1732 and died on May 31, 1809 . He became the main composer of the classical style of music. Franz Joseph Haydn is also known as the “ Father of the Symphony.” Two of his most famous pieces are The ‘Surprise’ Symphony and “The heavens are telling the glory of God.” With his musical talent he became rich.He composed about 100 symphonies. Franz Joseph Haydn influenced music very much. During his early life in 1740 around the age of 7 or 8 his parents sent him with Johann Matthias Frankh,…

From 1770 to 1820, the Classical Period had given us great musicians that we can learn from. One of these great musicians from this time is Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. He created a variety of piano concertos, symphonies, and operas, during his life. His time in Vienna has impacted many cultural changes there and changed the way music was look at. His music was truly one of a kind, for his time. Before moving to Vienna in 1781, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born in Salzburg, Austria in 1756. He was…

It is also where we see the introduction of program music, which Berlioz sees as necessary to include as it shows the passions of the movements and complements it. The piece is broken up into five movements, unlike the four that was typical in symphonies, to show the different stages of his journey of love and loss. Belioz uses a large orchestra to produce these new sounds to emphasize the passions and emotions. The first movement called the “Reveries (Passions)”. It is in sonata form and it is…

Although much is unknown in regards to their working relationship, we do know that Haydn's earliest symphonies were written for Count Morzin. As we analyze the significance of the Esterházy court on Haydn's work, it is important to note that like Porpora and Carl E. Bach, like Count Morzin has his place in the development process of Haydn. In Haydn's biography…