Symphonies of the Romantic Period
The old saying "in like a lion, out like a lamb" may hold true for March weather, but for Romantic Period symphonies, its quite the opposite. Setting classical rules aside, Romantic Period symphonies in general were longer in length, larger in orchestration, and more in touch with human emotion.
Beethoven - Ode to Joy Translation
The translation of Schiller's text 'Ode to Joy' from Beethoven's 9th symphony.
The translation of Schiller's text 'Ode to Joy' from Beethoven's 9th symphony.
The Eroica Symphony - Historical Notes on Ludwig van Beethoven's Symphony No. 3
Ludwig van Beethoven's Symphony No. 3, the Eroic Symphony, is known for its innovative features, heroic style, and influence on subsequent composers. This article discusses the performances, key, structure, and historical background of the Eroica Symphony.
Ludwig van Beethoven's Symphony No. 3, the Eroic Symphony, is known for its innovative features, heroic style, and influence on subsequent composers. This article discusses the performances, key, structure, and historical background of the Eroica Symphony.
Mahler's Symphony No. 4 - A Brief Essay
This brief essay on Mahler's Symphony No. 4 describes the form of the piece, the history behind it, and more.
This brief essay on Mahler's Symphony No. 4 describes the form of the piece, the history behind it, and more.
Beethoven's Symphony No. 5
This site features sound clips in .mp3 or .wav format, along with details about the creation of Beethoven's Symphony No. 5.
This site features sound clips in .mp3 or .wav format, along with details about the creation of Beethoven's Symphony No. 5.