Beethoven Symphony 7
Symphony No. 7 Doctors proved that classical music is able to reduce the pain, anxiety, develop memory, and mental abilities. Music can slow the loss of hearing. Classical music is recognized as one of the best therapies. One of the most influential composers, who composed Classical music was Ludwig van Beethoven. Beethoven was one of the greatest composers and performers not only of Classical and Romantic eras but of the music of all times. He began to lose his hearing by the age of late 20s. However, he continued to compose; and the music was his therapy, which helped him to believe in himself. On October 13 I have visited a concert performed by the Orchestra of St. Luke’s. The concert took place at Carnegie Hall. Beethoven’s Symphony No.
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Beethoven has published the Symphony No. 7 in A major in 1812. In addition to small size, the symphony requires a modest orchestra. The symphony is scored for 2 trumpets, 2 flutes, 2 bassoons, 2 oboes, 2 clarinets, 2 horns, strings, and timpani. The performance lasts approximately 45 minutes. In the Seventh …show more content…
Massive instrumentation, dance theme, and sharp rhythms with peculiar effects create a picture of irrestrainable folk fun and exuberant dances. Dance plays an important role in all four parts of the symphony. Even the first Sonata Allegro begins with a graceful minuet. The development of the symphony is typical for Beethoven. Development is purposeful with the active growth of the main part. Gradually, it becomes severe and dramatic sounds, which reaches a powerful culmination. The musicians from the orchestra greatly interacted with each other. The most enjoyable was the second movement Allegretto. This movement is recognizable and the most popular section of the Seventh Symphony. Sometimes, it is performed even as a standalone piece of music. Unlike other parts of the symphony, Allegretto represents the image not of the cheerful dance but of the funeral procession. Dance - which represents the beauty of human misery - is kind of a ballet version of a funeral march. Beethoven reached a huge drama in this part. He used two contrasting and mutually growing methods at the same time. One the one hand are constant repetitions; on the other is the continuous development. Until the end of the piece, nothing darkens life
Beethoven has published the Symphony No. 7 in A major in 1812. In addition to small size, the symphony requires a modest orchestra. The symphony is scored for 2 trumpets, 2 flutes, 2 bassoons, 2 oboes, 2 clarinets, 2 horns, strings, and timpani. The performance lasts approximately 45 minutes. In the Seventh …show more content…
Massive instrumentation, dance theme, and sharp rhythms with peculiar effects create a picture of irrestrainable folk fun and exuberant dances. Dance plays an important role in all four parts of the symphony. Even the first Sonata Allegro begins with a graceful minuet. The development of the symphony is typical for Beethoven. Development is purposeful with the active growth of the main part. Gradually, it becomes severe and dramatic sounds, which reaches a powerful culmination. The musicians from the orchestra greatly interacted with each other. The most enjoyable was the second movement Allegretto. This movement is recognizable and the most popular section of the Seventh Symphony. Sometimes, it is performed even as a standalone piece of music. Unlike other parts of the symphony, Allegretto represents the image not of the cheerful dance but of the funeral procession. Dance - which represents the beauty of human misery - is kind of a ballet version of a funeral march. Beethoven reached a huge drama in this part. He used two contrasting and mutually growing methods at the same time. One the one hand are constant repetitions; on the other is the continuous development. Until the end of the piece, nothing darkens life