...Franz Joseph Haydn Over the course of his 106 symphonies, Austrian composer Franz Joseph Haydn became the principal architect of the classical style of music. Haydn was called the father of the symphony and the father of the string Quartet. He was born March 31, 1732. When he was eight years old, he went to Vienna to sing in the choir at St. Stephen's Cathedral. His younger brother Michael joined him a short time later. Haydn spent a lot of his life as a musician somewhat secluded from the rest of the music world. On May 1, 1761, he went to work for the Esterhazy family where he remained for the next 30 years. Once he left the Esterhazy family, he was well known and worked with a number of composers. Joseph, he did not go by Franz, was also famous for his sense of humor. This affected his music in a few ways. He also knew other very famous composers such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Ludwig van Beethoven. He was a very busy man and took many trips throughout his life. By the end of his life he was ill and weak; luckily he was alive to enjoy some of his fame. Haydn died May 31, 1809 in Vienna, Austria as one of the greatest composers of his time. Joseph Haydn had a pretty good childhood. He was born in Rohrau, Austria which bordered Hungary. His two well-known siblings were Michael Haydn and Johann Evangelist Haydn. Michael Haydn was born on September 14th, 1737, and he also became a well-known composer. In 1745 he followed in brother Josephs footsteps and became a chorister...
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...Haydn Franz Joseph Haydn was born on March 31, 1732 in Rohrau, Austria, Hayden was born to peasant parents and because of this, the enthusiasm towards the history of his life and work can be appreciated. The place of birth was originally known as Tristnik, translated into German, Rohrau, then a sleepy old-world village on the banks of the Leitha, in the heart of a Croatian settlement in Hungary. This spectacular and miracle specialist of the eighteenth century is a conservative of paradoxes and contradictions (Runciman, 1908). Haydn was one of three young men born to Mathias Haydn and Anna Maria Koller. His father, born in Hainburg, was an expert wheelwright who cherished music. He played the harp, while Haydn’s mother sang the songs. Anna Maria was a cook for Count Karl Anton Harrach before she wedded Mathias. A little is known about his ancestors, as for some generations they had been hardworking, honest folk of the peasant class, given to music, but by no means a family of musicians like the famous Bachs. Haydn’s sibling, Michael, likewise made music and got to be moderately well known. His most youthful sibling, Johann Evangelist, sang tenor in the congregation choir of the Esterhazy Court .Haydn had a marvelous voice and his musicality was exact. Johann Franc, inspired by Haydn’s voice, demanded that Haydn’s folks permit Haydn to live with him to study music. Franc was a school essential and the choir chief of a congregation in Hainburg. Haydn’s parents permitted...
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...Individualism, which some claim dates back centuries in America and other western cultures. Individualism, which some claim dates back centuries in America and other western cultures. Sonata form (also sonata-allegro form or first movement form) is a large-scale musical structure used widely since the middle of the 18th century (the early Classical period). Sonata form (also sonata-allegro form or first movement form) is a large-scale musical structure used widely since the middle of the 18th century (the early Classical period). Symphony is an extended musical composition in Western classical music, normally thought of as being written for orchestra Symphony is an extended musical composition in Western classical music, normally thought of as being written for orchestra Lyricism-gentle or romantic emotion, expressed in writing or music. Lyricism-gentle or romantic emotion, expressed in writing or music. Symmetrical is not restricted to the visual arts. Its role in the history of music touches many aspects of the creation and perception of music. Symmetrical is not restricted to the visual arts. Its role in the history of music touches many aspects of the creation and perception of music. Classical are generally accepted as being between about 1750 and 1820. However, the term classical music is used in a colloquial sense as a synonym for Western art music, which describes a variety of Western musical styles from the ninth century to the present, and especially...
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...no longer considered optional. e. audiences were no longer interested in instrumental music. • 4. The woodwinds of the late eighteenth century: a. are very different from the modern counterparts. b. are fundamentally similar to their modern counterparts. c. were made from plastic instead of wood. d. eliminated the use of keys and replaced them with valves. e. were mass produced and were of little value. • 5. Haydn was invited by Johann Peter Salomon to perform his music in: a. Ireland. b. Russia. c. Solomon's temple. d. London. e. Italy. • 6. The "surprise" in the second movement of Haydn's symphony is: a. the only instance of this type of thing in any of Haydn's works. b. only the most obvious of many surprises in the entire work. c. not typical for this serious composer. d. frowned upon by all other composers and musicians. e. involving the tempo and rhythmic elements. • 7. Franz Joseph haydn arrived in London in 1791 as a celebrity. • 8. In Haydn's "Surprise Symphony" the introduction seems to set off a chain...
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...A Biographical Sketch of Ludwig van Beethoven Introduction Ludwig van Beethoven (December 1770- March 1827) was a pianist and composer- arguably the greatest and most influential composer of all time. He made his mark in history with the crucial role that he played in the transition of classical eras in art music. He had a full and varied music career and wasn’t afraid to move his numerous compositions from the tried and tested musical styles. In terms or the world’s greatest, Beethoven only comes second to the likes of Mozart or Bach. Beethoven is best known for his compositions, which include 32 piano sonatas, 5 concertos for piano, 16 string quartets and 9 symphonies (Anderson 1044). He is also known for the composition of other music, choral works and songs. Early Childhood Beethoven was born on the 16th of December, 1770 in Bonn and baptized the following day (Dalhaus & Whittall 6). His father was originally from Brabant, Belgium, but had moved to Bonn where he served as a musician at the local court. Despite his weakness for alcohol, Beethoven’s father was quite influential in shaping the music career of Beethoven as it was through him that young Beethoven was exposed to music. From an early age, Beethoven was taught music by Christiano Gottlob Neefe, a famous opera composer and conductor, and Johann van Beethoven who was his father. Johann envisioned creating a new kind of Mozart in his son and would train him every evening on returning from the court. As a teenager...
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...1 – The symphony is an important genre that was created during the Classical period. Using examples of symphonies by Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven and Brahms, describe two [2] main features of the genre, and describe two [2] important changes or innovations that took place by the time Brahms composed his Symphony no. 1. Two main features of the genre are that there are four movements: sonata allegro, theme and variation, minuet, and then finale or rondo.Fast, usually an allegro and in what became known as sonata form. Slow and often in a simple form such as ternary form. Minuet and trio, a dance borrowed from the Baroque period and in ternary form. Fast and usually an allegro, often light-hearted in style and in a form such as rondo form, theme and variations or sonata form. strings, a woodwind section of a flute, two oboes, two clarinets and two bassoons, with some brass instruments, two French horns, sometimes two trumpets and normally only timpani from the percussion section. symphony no. 5 by Beethoven. Haydn, “Father” of the Symphony, Symphony No. 104 In D Major, “London” and Mozart, Symphony no. 40 in g-minor all focused on absolute music. Brahms began composing his Symphony no. 1 in 1854 and completed it in 1876 which was during the romantic period. The range of musical materials used by composers expanded enormously. Romantic composers looked for a greater freedom in the design and structure of their music, and more intense and personal expression of emotion. Melodies...
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...evident from a young age and, exploited by his father as a child prodigy, he made his first public performance at the age of 7 (he was advertised as being 6) in March 1778. Soon after, Ludwig went on to work as the Court’s Organist where his talents were recognised and encouraged. In March 1787 he travelled to Vienna in the hope of studying with Mozart but after two months he had to return home to look after his severely ill mother and alcoholic father. For the next 5 years, Beethoven stayed in Bonn where his musical escapades were funded by Count Ferdinand von Waldstein.1 In 1792, Beethoven moved to Vienna to study under Joseph Haydn. Whilst in Vienna, Beethoven sought to focus on his studies and performance rather than establish a name for himself as a composer. He studied counterpoint under Haydn and received occasional attention from Antonio Salieri. When Haydn left for England in 1794, Beethoven was expected to return to Bonn, but instead he chose stay in Vienna and was financially supported by nobleman who recognised his talents. He earned a reputation as a piano virtuoso and improviser and his first public performance in Vienna came in March 1795 where he performed one of his piano concertos. Shortly after, he arranged the publication of his first works which he dedicated to his patron Prince Lichnowsky.2 Around 1796, Beethoven began to lose his hearing and, on advice from his doctor, he moved to the small town of Heiligenstadt to come to terms with his growing deafness. It...
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...of Franz Joseph Haydn, who is remembered in history as the Father of the Symphony and an adventurer into almost every element of music. Franz Joseph Haydn is best remembered for his symphonic music, honored by music historians who have dubbed him the "Father of the Symphony." That is a well-known fact. But did you know that Haydn worked his way from peasant to Kapellmeister where he lived in the house of a prince? Did you know that although Austria was his home, he traveled to London to write his most famous symphonies? Did you know that Haydn's oratorio "The Creation" grew out of his love of nature, as he was an avid hunter and fisherman? Or did you know that Haydn was mentor to a young music student by the name of Mozart? These are the lesser-known facts, the parts of Haydn's life that allow us to peek inside a great man's legacy to see what made him tick. Haydn was indeed a self-made man. Born in the small village of Rohrau, Austria on March 31, 1732, Franz Joseph Haydn was the second of twelve children. His father was a wagon maker by trade, but quite musical. On Sundays, the Haydn family often gave private concerts. Haydn's father played the harp while Haydn and his mother sang. A cousin who was a schoolmaster recognized the five-year-old boy's talent and offered to take him into his school so that he could receive musical instruction. The food portions for the children were meager and Haydn himself said that "there was more flogging than food." Still, Haydn persevered...
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...Biography and Analysis of Franz Joseph Hayden and Symphony No. 95 in C Minor MUSI 1320 Music Appreciation Franz Joseph Haydn Franz Joseph Haydn was born on March 31, 1732 in Rohrau, Austria (Green, 2013). He did not come from a strong musical background; his family did not have any music professionals in it. However, his father was an amateur musician, his main profession was the village wheelwright. At an early age, Joseph had a wonderful voice. When he was eight he was sent to Vienna to become a choirboy at St. Stephen’s Cathedral. When he left the choir he made money by playing and teaching the violin as a freelance musician. Haydn would then go onto become an assistant for composer Nicola Porpora. Then in 1761 he was appointed Kapellmeister at the Esterhazy family palace, he would hold this position for the next 30 years (biography.com, 2013). The position of Kapellmeister consisted of managing and writing music for the prince’s chapel, but in addition to his private opera house, marionette theater, and palace chamber music. Haydn composed a total of 104 symphonies, more than 20 operas, 83 string quartets, in addition to several divertimentos, trios, and sonatas.. During his time with the Esterhazy family, Haydn’s popularity continued to grow outside the palace walls. He would come to write as much music for publication as he was for the royal family. Some of his most successful works that were commissioned abroad included the Paris symphonies and “The Seven Last...
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...Music Appreciation Biography and Analysis of Franz Joseph Hayden and Symphony No. 95 in C Minor MUSI 1320 Music Appreciation Franz Joseph Haydn Franz Joseph Haydn was born on March 31, 1732 in Rohrau, Austria (Green, 2013). He did not come from a strong musical background; his family did not have any music professionals in it. However, his father was an amateur musician, his main profession was the village wheelwright. At an early age, Joseph had a wonderful voice. When he was eight he was sent to Vienna to become a choirboy at St. Stephen’s Cathedral. When he left the choir he made money by playing and teaching the violin as a freelance musician. Haydn would then go onto become an assistant for composer Nicola Porpora. Then in 1761 he was appointed Kapellmeister at the Esterhazy family palace, he would hold this position for the next 30 years (biography.com, 2013). The position of Kapellmeister consisted of managing and writing music for the prince’s chapel, but in addition to his private opera house, marionette theater, and palace chamber music. Haydn composed a total of 104 symphonies, more than 20 operas, 83 string quartets, in addition to several divertimentos, trios, and sonatas.. During his time with the Esterhazy family, Haydn’s popularity continued to grow outside the palace walls. He would come to write as much music for publication as he was for the royal family. Some of his most successful works that were commissioned abroad included the Paris symphonies...
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...The Juilliard School in Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts in New York City held a free concert at Morse Hall. It was a Chamber Music Recital featuring chamber music students of Sylvia Rosenberg of the Juilliard School. Three pieces were performed, each played by different students. The first two pieces, Piano Trio No. 3 in C Minor and String Quartet No. 9 in C Major, Op. 59, No. 3 “Rosumovsky”, were composed by Ludwig Van Beethoven in 1795 and 1808, respectively. The performers of the first piece were Lisha Gu on the violin, Nan-Cheng Chen on the cello, and Han Chen on the piano. In the second piece, there were two violinists, Matous and Simon Michal, a violist, Matthew Sinno, and a cellist, Patrick Hopkins, who performed this piece. The third piece was the Piano Quintet in A Major, Op. 81, which was composed by Antonín Dvořák in 1887. This was performed by Charles Yang and Julia Choi on the violin, Jenni Seo on the viola, Jennifer Choi on the cello, and Jie Yuan on the piano. The concert was held in Morse hall, which was a small concert hall for small performances. This provided a comfortable experience for the audience and the performers. There were many different people in the audience but mostly comprised of elderly people. Most of the audience wore business casual for their attire. Before each piece was played, the piano was adjusted as well as the seats on stage. People were only allowed to come in or leave the concert hall between pieces. All the pieces were from...
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...Joseph Haydn was an Austrian composer during the classical music period. He was related to the composer, Michael Haydn, a friend and mentor of Mozart, and Beethoven teacher. Most of his career as a court musician was spent in the estate of the Esterhazy family. Thus, he was isolated from many composers and trends in music so that he was, as he put it, “forced to be original.” In Haydn’s Symphony No. 92 “Oxford” in G major, which was made in 1789 consists of a flute, two oboes, two bassoons, two horns, 2 trumpets, timpani, and strings. The reason for the name “Oxford” is because, in order to receive his doctorate in music from Oxford University, he agreed to conduct three concerts in response to his degree. There are four movements in...
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...their fathers, as the result, had proved their teaching methods to be of high calibre. Gene did played a small part but it was their fathers’ strict teaching that pushed their kids to high level. Another reason for such motivation could be due to large income received from the aristocrats by the child’s extraordinary performance. Joseph Haydn (1732-1809) can be considered as the greatest contributor of symphony and string quartet writing. However, he was not from a musically inclined family. His father worked as a wheelwright and his mum used to work as a cook. Both could not read music at all. They noticed his talent when he was young and decided to let him live with his long distance relative to pursue music education far away from his home. He was talent spotted by the choir director of St. Stephen Cathedral two years later while he was singing in a church choir in Hainburg and since then moved to Vienna to work as a choirboy for nine years. This shows that family gene does not have an effect on one’s talent, but his parent’s careful consideration for his future did affected his overall life. If they chose to keep Haydn to their side, perhaps Haydn will have lost a chance to sing in a renowned choir in Vienna. From these examples we can see that gene may have an small impact on the child’s talent but it is more of an environmental issue, especially on how one’s immediate family have an greater impact on one’s career. Musicians who were successful at a younger age tend to be...
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...figure, destroyed in the French Revolution. It conveyed the emotion and importance of that particular event. The painting, Joseph Bonnier de la Mosson, created by Jean-Marc Nattier was important piece of art. The painting was indicative of the Enlightenment school of thought because it showed a scholarly, well-dressed man reading a book. Romantic Age Joseph M Turner’s The Chancel and Crossing of Tintern abbey, looking toward the East Window was inspired to paint the Tintern Abbey after visiting the site. The abbey was popular to many Romantics. It inspired the famous poem Lines Composed a Few Miles above Tinten Abbey. The painting itself show the smallness of man, wilderness of nature, and unstoppable power that reclaimed The Tinten Abbey’s edifice. Wanderer above the Sea of Fog, by Caspar David Friedrich was a quintessential Romantic painting. It displayed infinite potential and possibility of man and the mysterious grandeur of nature. The painting also depicted the romantic idea of nationalism and a philosophical revolt against rationalism Music Enlightenment Era Music was no longer for the wealthy. The middle-class could enjoy this music with the incorporation of concerts. Composer Franz Joseph Haydn came up with a new way to entertain these larger audiences by...
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...Those are also some very famous composers of the same time period. He spent that time learning how to improve his musical abilities and become better at what he wanted to do. That is something that is still admired to this day. It shows dedication to get better, and desire to become one of the greatest in the world. Which he did because of that dedication. In 1784 Mozart met up with Haydn, who later became his lifelong friend, they spent a lot of time together by writing six concertos. Then he also performed a couple of concerts by himself with about four or five piano concertos. In 1787 Mozart was appointed as a chamber composer by emperor Joseph II for about 800 florins per year. That means he was the royal composer for the emperor. He has had many cases like this, where he was a composer of a high magnitude. On the down side, the emperor wouldn’t let him leave the city because he wanted to keep Mozart for himself because Mozart was the best there...
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