On December 4th, I decided to indulge myself with some Chamber music in between my classes. I must admit I never saw myself as the type to go to a concert where there is not a large band and screaming fans. And, may I add, it was obligatory to go to this concert for my music class. But, when I arrived to the “Afternoon Chamber Music” event, I was pleasantly surprised. The music was different from the R&B, Hip-Hop and Rap music I usually amuse myself with. However, I enjoyed the change in setting
The Texas State University School of Music presented a beautiful piece called the, “Chamber Music for fall”, at the Performing Arts Center Recital Hall in San Marcos. This professional classical music concert was performed the evening of Wednesday, October 7th at 8 p.m. and was directed by Ian Davidson. Ian, who played the oboe, along with other performers (Daris Hale, bassoon; Ayren Huslig, harp; Kyung-Ae Lee, piano; Paula Bird, violin; Ames Asbell, viola; and Karla Hamelin, cello) presented this
Luigi Boccherini Luigi Boccherini was a prolific composer, particularly of chamber music with a distinctive and highly wrought style, and he is the chief representative of Latin instrumental music during the Viennese Classical period. Boccherini was also an exceptional cellist. Luigi Boccherini (his baptismal first name Rudalfo was never used) was the son of a cello or double bass player, Leopoldo Boccherini. Luigi was born in Lucca, Italy in February 19, 1743. The Boccherini family had considerable
and onwards, sonata form became the basis for most instrumental music. Sonata form became established as the clearly defined structure of the first movement of instrumental compositions. This form consists of three sections: exposition, development, and recapitulation. If you have studied anything about story form, you know a lot about Sonata form, because they are identical in their purpose. The exposition (same word is used in music and literature) sets the scene. This section is where the musical
birthday) – and his music was generally unrecognized and unappreciated during his time, but his exemplification of romantic lyricism and immense amount of composing, which encompasses approximately 600 liturgical music scores and lieder (lyric songs); nine symphonies that truly represent the era of classicism; several pieces for the stage; choral music; overtures; piano music, including sonatas and trios; chamber music; string quartets; impromptus; three song cycles; incidental music; seven masses; and
Pop. Traditional. Classical. These are all genres of music. These all serve a purpose. These are all important. Pop music has been used to help inform and motivate the general public during movements like environmental protection and gay rights. Traditional music has helped to guide us by telling us stories of the past from the church to the fields. Classical music has been played for royalty and help dancers spin a story. Some can be considered art while others can’t, but it often differs because
from being not only the first great Romantic composer of his time, breaking out of the liturgies of the Baroque era, but an astoundingly prolific and experienced composer of all types of music within his time. He composed more than 600 Lieder, while making paramount contributions to the disciplines of piano, chamber and symphonic repertoires. Franz begun at the tender age of six, by receiving regular instruction for his father. He was so teeming with talent and genius that he began to attend his fathers
published Opus 33, which is also a set of six string quartets. When Haydn wrote his Opus 33 in 1781, it was the first time he had written for the string quartet in a period of ten years. With the six pieces of Opus 33, Haydn established a style of chamber music that he described as being in "an entirely new, very special manner" (Pauly, 45). At the same time, it had also been nearly 10 years since Mozart had written for the string quartet. Mozart met Haydn in Vienna, and heard the quartets of Opus 33
Joseph Haydn was a composer born in Rohrau, Austria in 1732. He was the son of a wheel maker, whom taught himself how to play harp on an amateur and recreational basis. His family was musically inclined and Haydn was immersed in music since his early childhood as they made it a family affair to sing together and at times even along with neighbors. His father appreciated Haydn’s fine vocal ability and recognized that Rohrau was not an ideal place for Haydn to develop his musical skills. He was fostered
the quote shows his outlook on life. Even though he only lived for 35 years, he influenced the music realm than any other musician. His early, middle, and late life all made up the person we think of today when someone says the name, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. His career in music started at an early age. His birth occurred on January 27, 1756 in Salzburg, Austria. His dad, Leopold Mozart, excelled in music himself. Because of that, Mozart got pushed in the direction of a musical career early in. By
Quartet in F Major, K 590 Mozart: Piano Quartet No. 1 in G Minor, K 478 Performed by the Orion String Quartet and the Nash Ensemble” (gardnermuseum.org) For the purposes of this assignment I choose this particular concert because I find Mozart’s music to be intellectual and engaging, requiring deep concentration and an open mind to be able the comprehend the depth of his musical visions. In this paper a will attempt to explore the qualities I like and dislike in the pieces presented in this concert
the composer, was largely untrained and self-taught. His gift of being able to create melodies that contained both easy naturalness and sophisticated twists at the same time was unprecedented for his time. On this quality rests the reputation that music history finally gave Schubert.
In the first movement of his Kegelstatt Trio for Clarinet, Piano, and Viola K. 498, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart hints at various styles and topics, such as sensibility and sturm und drang, overall creating an intimate vivid experience for both the performers and the listeners. Before this trio was composed, the combination of clarinet, viola, and piano was unheard of. Classical piano trios at this time primarily included a high melodic instrument, as well as a bass instrument; the common violin cello
violins. The first movement –the Adagio- introduces, the listener to the piece by a sharp contrast between forte and an eight descending notes in piano. We are then presented –in a piano violin- the essential element of the first theme. Then, the music picks up a faster pace and energy until it reaches a dialogue between the oboes and the ba... ... middle of paper ... ... first is grandiose and passionate whilst the second is tender and pleasant. The second one has a pastoral feel to it and brings
throughout the enlightenment. To begin with, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born January 27, 1756, and died December 5, 1791 in Austria. Mozart was a piano and music writer, and he created operas and became famous when he was just the age of ten. Mozart wanted more equality and independence. Mozart was able to express his concerns in his music, operas, and writings during the age of enlightenment. Mozart was a self-employed artist during this period of confusion and thus he became emancipated, independent
listened to classical music. But was it really classical music? Strictly speaking classical music was music written during the classical period (c. 1750 to c. 1830). Music from this period was characterized by structural clarity. This was also the time when different musical genres began to proliferate. Years might have passed, but music that started during this period still remains relevant today. Among the types of music that started at this time was the sonata. This type of music was notable because
one of the world greatest composers. For the purpose of this paper I will discuss his contributions to society through his biography, Musical genius Career, and Musical influences. Franz Joseph Haydn is one of the greatest composers of the Classical music period and is often credited with creating the symphony and string quartet forms. Hadyn was born in Rohrau, Austria on April 1st, 1732; died in Vienna on May 31st, 1809. Hadyn had an enormous influence on later composers such as Schubert, Mendeslsohn
Quindlen proposes that kids are too busy and do not have enough free time. In this down time or free time they make their own adventures and form their own ideas. She presents the idea that to even start the creative process to create literature, music, and art one must have free time to let the mind wonder and create. On a moment’s reflection, the thesis that Quindlen presents looks sound but she does not allow for a person can think creatively without down time. This cannot whole truth. There is
Teacher Comment: As a part of the requirement for this course, each student must attend two live performances and submit a concert report on each. The reports should demonstrate “Active Listening” and not be merely reviews or critiques. I am interested in the student’s experience at this particular performance. There is no obligation to use fancy terminology. Just tell me what happened, how it affected you, how this experience will influence your plans for future concert attendance? I am particularly
earliest childhood. Since I have been playing the violin and piano for a long time, music is the most important thing in my life that nourishes my soul. Having played many composers’ works, the most appealing ones to me are composed by Mozart undoubtedly. Mozart’s music stands as the archetype of the Classical music, and can be considered as an irreplaceable