Johann Sebastian Bach and the Fortepiano
... harpsichord. At that time, this instrument had a central position in the musical world, and had reached a state of high perfection. However, because it used a plucked string mechanism, it was not possible to express nuances on the keyboard, by playing loud or soft. The clavichord, on the other hand, ...
... harpsichord. At that time, this instrument had a central position in the musical world, and had reached a state of high perfection. However, because it used a plucked string mechanism, it was not possible to express nuances on the keyboard, by playing loud or soft. The clavichord, on the other hand, ...
Program Notes - Pennsylvania Sinfonia Orchestra
... of Norwegian rural life as well as European models in his music. He was one of the first composers to record both on disc as well as piano roll; and these are available today. The Holberg Suite was originally written for piano in 1884 and later orchestrated by the composer. Subtitled, from Holberg’s ...
... of Norwegian rural life as well as European models in his music. He was one of the first composers to record both on disc as well as piano roll; and these are available today. The Holberg Suite was originally written for piano in 1884 and later orchestrated by the composer. Subtitled, from Holberg’s ...
WOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZART Born 1756, Austria Died 1791
... - Age 4 - he wrote his first composition (song) and started to learn the violin. - Age 5 – he would stay up late practicing by candlelight. - Age 6 – he went on tour all over Europe, traveling by stagecoach. Learning to speak 15 languages while on the road. - Age 7 – proposed marriage to Marie Antoi ...
... - Age 4 - he wrote his first composition (song) and started to learn the violin. - Age 5 – he would stay up late practicing by candlelight. - Age 6 – he went on tour all over Europe, traveling by stagecoach. Learning to speak 15 languages while on the road. - Age 7 – proposed marriage to Marie Antoi ...
program notes by dr
... In 1817, Franz Schubert (1797-1828) was still an assistant schoolteacher under his father (a job he detested), but he was trying to earn his independence by establishing himself as a composer. He was helped along immensely by his close friendship with the baritone Johann Michael Vogl. The well-to-do ...
... In 1817, Franz Schubert (1797-1828) was still an assistant schoolteacher under his father (a job he detested), but he was trying to earn his independence by establishing himself as a composer. He was helped along immensely by his close friendship with the baritone Johann Michael Vogl. The well-to-do ...
The years 1600-1750 are generally the dates given to the musical
... The years 1600-1750 are generally the dates given to the musical era known as the Baroque. Certainly in such a long time-span, musical ideas did not remained fixed, but the diversity of Baroque musical styles have been grouped together due to one basic commonality: the figured bass. The idea of redu ...
... The years 1600-1750 are generally the dates given to the musical era known as the Baroque. Certainly in such a long time-span, musical ideas did not remained fixed, but the diversity of Baroque musical styles have been grouped together due to one basic commonality: the figured bass. The idea of redu ...
- Lawton Public Schools
... giants of the art form (along with Mozart and Beethoven). Additionally, he was master of the church organ, harpsichord, and an accomplished violinist. Although quite multitalented, musical composition was the driving force of his life. Ironically, maybe tragically, he achieved virtually no success o ...
... giants of the art form (along with Mozart and Beethoven). Additionally, he was master of the church organ, harpsichord, and an accomplished violinist. Although quite multitalented, musical composition was the driving force of his life. Ironically, maybe tragically, he achieved virtually no success o ...
Quartettsatz in C Minor Franz Schubert (1756-1791)
... publication subscription from Johann Michael Puchberg, the fellow Freemason who often loaned Mozart money. Sales of the quintets were intended to repay Puchberg, but not many subscriptions were received. Artaria did publish the three pieces, but K 406 was not issued until 1792, after Mozart’s death ...
... publication subscription from Johann Michael Puchberg, the fellow Freemason who often loaned Mozart money. Sales of the quintets were intended to repay Puchberg, but not many subscriptions were received. Artaria did publish the three pieces, but K 406 was not issued until 1792, after Mozart’s death ...
PROGRAM NOTES by Steven Lowe MAURICE
... urbanity and elegance. Ravel moved away from the opulence of Daphnis et Chlöe into a spare, economical musical language that resonated to Stravinsky and the entire Neo-Classic school. Among the earliest of his post-World War I efforts to redefine himself was the lean and astringent Sonata for Vio ...
... urbanity and elegance. Ravel moved away from the opulence of Daphnis et Chlöe into a spare, economical musical language that resonated to Stravinsky and the entire Neo-Classic school. Among the earliest of his post-World War I efforts to redefine himself was the lean and astringent Sonata for Vio ...
TEXTS FOR READING TEXTS FOR READING FAMOUS
... • Handel wrote the “Fireworks Suite” for King George II of England in 1749. This was to be a performance in the park with a specially designed wooden backdrop and fi reworks. The music was a hit, but the building collapsed and caught fi re during the performance. • George Frederick Handel became bli ...
... • Handel wrote the “Fireworks Suite” for King George II of England in 1749. This was to be a performance in the park with a specially designed wooden backdrop and fi reworks. The music was a hit, but the building collapsed and caught fi re during the performance. • George Frederick Handel became bli ...
Score
... Il Prete Rosso, for amplified violin, motion sensor, and interactive computer music, was inspired by the violin concertos of Italian Baroque composer and virtuoso violinist Antonio Vivaldi, who was nicknamed The Red Priest, because of his red hair and Catholic ordination. In the piece, the amplified ...
... Il Prete Rosso, for amplified violin, motion sensor, and interactive computer music, was inspired by the violin concertos of Italian Baroque composer and virtuoso violinist Antonio Vivaldi, who was nicknamed The Red Priest, because of his red hair and Catholic ordination. In the piece, the amplified ...
WOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZART Violin
... The “sunny genius” Tchaikovsky so admired in Mozart’s music, the ability to create a seemingly effortless flow of captivating melodies and harmonies within the elegant style of late18th century composition, is fully displayed in the Austrian composer’s five concertos for solo violin and orchestra. M ...
... The “sunny genius” Tchaikovsky so admired in Mozart’s music, the ability to create a seemingly effortless flow of captivating melodies and harmonies within the elegant style of late18th century composition, is fully displayed in the Austrian composer’s five concertos for solo violin and orchestra. M ...
ANTONIO VIVALDI
... The Composer: Antonio Vivaldi lived in Venice, Italy 250 years ago. He was a priest and maestro di concerti or music master at a girl’s school in Venice for most of his life. His red hair earned him the nickname “The Red Priest.” He was a prolific composer, writing over 350 concertos alone. The Comp ...
... The Composer: Antonio Vivaldi lived in Venice, Italy 250 years ago. He was a priest and maestro di concerti or music master at a girl’s school in Venice for most of his life. His red hair earned him the nickname “The Red Priest.” He was a prolific composer, writing over 350 concertos alone. The Comp ...
Dear Joy
... Liebesleid translates as ‘Love’s Sorrow’ or ‘Heartbreak’, but much of it shows not only resignation, but irrepressible liveliness of spirit. Rachmaninov arranged this popular piece for piano solo. ...
... Liebesleid translates as ‘Love’s Sorrow’ or ‘Heartbreak’, but much of it shows not only resignation, but irrepressible liveliness of spirit. Rachmaninov arranged this popular piece for piano solo. ...
Baroque Era
... composers — indeed, he has often been called England's finest native composer. He if famous for his opera music. One piece is Sound the Trumpet. Try Again ...
... composers — indeed, he has often been called England's finest native composer. He if famous for his opera music. One piece is Sound the Trumpet. Try Again ...
Vienna is the centr
... not only…but also…是一个表并列关系的 连词,用来连接两个并列关系的句子成 分。 I can speak not only English, but also French. 我不但会讲英语,而且还会讲法语。 ...
... not only…but also…是一个表并列关系的 连词,用来连接两个并列关系的句子成 分。 I can speak not only English, but also French. 我不但会讲英语,而且还会讲法语。 ...
蓝色的多瑙河
... not only…but also…是一个表并列关系的 连词,用来连接两个并列关系的句子成 分。 I can speak not only English, but also French. 我不但会讲英语,而且还会讲法语。 ...
... not only…but also…是一个表并列关系的 连词,用来连接两个并列关系的句子成 分。 I can speak not only English, but also French. 我不但会讲英语,而且还会讲法语。 ...
Classical Music Appreciation
... Antonio Lucio Vivaldi (Italian: [anˈtɔːnjo ˈluːtʃo viˈvaldi]; 4 March 1678 – 28 July 1741) was an Italian[2] Baroque composer, virtuoso violinist, teacher and cleric. Born in Venice, he is recognized as one of the greatest Baroque composers, and his influence during his lifetime was widespread acro ...
... Antonio Lucio Vivaldi (Italian: [anˈtɔːnjo ˈluːtʃo viˈvaldi]; 4 March 1678 – 28 July 1741) was an Italian[2] Baroque composer, virtuoso violinist, teacher and cleric. Born in Venice, he is recognized as one of the greatest Baroque composers, and his influence during his lifetime was widespread acro ...
Modern history and the future of Japanese violin music
... In it, he overcame the difficulties of multi-stop playing, which had been said to be impossible on the modern instrument, presenting Bach's unaccompanied violin works to listeners beautifully. The word "beautiful" has been used seldom to describe the performance of these austere works of Bach. Tetzl ...
... In it, he overcame the difficulties of multi-stop playing, which had been said to be impossible on the modern instrument, presenting Bach's unaccompanied violin works to listeners beautifully. The word "beautiful" has been used seldom to describe the performance of these austere works of Bach. Tetzl ...
Transition to Romantic Period
... • Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827) o One of the most famous and influential composers of all time o Crucial to the transition from Classic to Romantic o Early Life Born in Bonn, Germany • His father, Johann, was a vocalist (tenor) and a piano/violin teacher. He saw that young Ludwig had musical ta ...
... • Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827) o One of the most famous and influential composers of all time o Crucial to the transition from Classic to Romantic o Early Life Born in Bonn, Germany • His father, Johann, was a vocalist (tenor) and a piano/violin teacher. He saw that young Ludwig had musical ta ...
GCC - Day 17 present..
... • Eliminates long orchestral introduction that was common before (note the trumpet fanfare that begins the movement • Structured in sonata form (exposition, development, recapitulation – and coda) • Note how the solo violin part is technically demanding – Mendelssohn conferred constantly with David ...
... • Eliminates long orchestral introduction that was common before (note the trumpet fanfare that begins the movement • Structured in sonata form (exposition, development, recapitulation – and coda) • Note how the solo violin part is technically demanding – Mendelssohn conferred constantly with David ...
Carson Cooman, Fanfare Magazine, David Gompper Interview, Sept
... developmental processes that are satisfyingly inevitable to a first-time listener, yet sophisticated enough to provide continued enjoyment through ongoing familiarity with the music. Thus, Gompper’s music never feels as though disparate elements are simply juxtaposed together. Rather, his pieces (mo ...
... developmental processes that are satisfyingly inevitable to a first-time listener, yet sophisticated enough to provide continued enjoyment through ongoing familiarity with the music. Thus, Gompper’s music never feels as though disparate elements are simply juxtaposed together. Rather, his pieces (mo ...
Classical Guided Notes
... Symphony- ________________________________________scored almost always for ____________________. Concerto- is a musical composition usually composed in______________________, in which (usually) one_____________________________________ (for instance, a piano, violin, cello or flute) is accompanied by ...
... Symphony- ________________________________________scored almost always for ____________________. Concerto- is a musical composition usually composed in______________________, in which (usually) one_____________________________________ (for instance, a piano, violin, cello or flute) is accompanied by ...
December 7, 2004 - Ronen Chamber Ensemble
... Publications for Theodore Presser Company. His numerous writings on music were published in 1984 under the title, The Aesthetics of Survival. In his compositions he followed 20th century trends; however, in the 1960s, he confirmed his convictions about the role of music in society when he said: "Mus ...
... Publications for Theodore Presser Company. His numerous writings on music were published in 1984 under the title, The Aesthetics of Survival. In his compositions he followed 20th century trends; however, in the 1960s, he confirmed his convictions about the role of music in society when he said: "Mus ...