Who are the Composers of Classical Period Mapeh 9
Who are the famous composers of Classical Period.
Here are the famous composers of classical period,
Franz Joseph Haydn is one of the prominent composers of the classical period. His life is described as “rags to riches” story. He came from a poor family and his music led to his rise in social status. He
was hired by rich patrons and eventually became a musical director for the Esterhazy family for 30 years. His music reflects his character and personality: mainly calm, balanced, serious but with touches of humor. He was able to compose over 100 symphonies and developed them into long forms for a large orchestra. He was named,” Father of the Symphony “.Most of his symphonies have nicknames such as the “ Surprise Symphonies “, “The Clock “, “ The Military “. He also wrote chamber piano music and choral works.
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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart is a child prodigy and the most amazing genius in musical history. At age five, he was already playing the violin and the harpsichord; at six, he was recognized as an exceptional pianist and, at seven, he was already composing excellent music. At age thirteen, he had written sonatas, concertos, symphonies, religious works and operas and operettas.
He Experimented in all kinds of music and composed over 700 works. Unfortunately, due to mismanaged finances he lived his life in poverty. Died young and was buried in an unknown grave. He
composed wonderful concertos, symphonies and operas such as, “The Marriage of Figaro” (1786), “Don Giovanni” (1789), and “The Magic Flute” which became popular. Other known works: Eine Kleine Nachtmusik, Symphony No. 40 in G Major, and Sonata No. 11 in A
3. LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN (1770-1827)
Ludwig Van Beethoven was born in Bonn, Germany to a family of musicians and studied music at an early age. He was the composer who bridged the late Classical era and the early Romantic era. He was
a talented pianist and composer.
His works include the “Missa Solemnis” (1818-1823) and opera “Fidelio” (1805). His known symphonies are Symphony No.3 (Erotica), No.5, No.6 (pastoral), No.9 (Choral), which adds voices to
the orchestra. He began to go deaf in 1796 but this did not become hindrance. He continued composing through the help of an assistant and hearing gadget. Some of hisfamous compositions were made when
he was deaf.
Characteristics of Beethoven’s works:
• His music veered toward larger orchestras.
• Sound was centered on the violas and lower registers of the violins and cellosto give his music a darker mood.
• All themes in a piece are tied together by one motif.
• He developed musical themes and motifs extensively by means of modulation.
• He used more brass instruments and dynamics
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