Beethoven's Fifth and Seventh symphonies : a closer look / David Hurwitz.

Author/creator Hurwitz, David, 1961-
Format Book
Publication InfoNew York : Continuum, 2008.
Description132 pages ; 20 cm.
Subjects
Beethoven, Ludwig van, 1770-1827. Symphonies, no. 5, op. 67, C minor.
Beethoven, Ludwig van, 1770-1827. Symphonies, no. 7, op. 92, A major.
Symphonies--Analysis, appreciation.

SeriesMagnum opus
Magnum opus (New York, N.Y.) ^A795001
Contents Nine ways of looking at "The nine" -- Symphony no. 5 in C minor. First movement ; Second movement ; Third movement and finale -- Symphony no. 7 in A major. First movement ; Second movement ; Third movement ; Finale.
Abstract Composers often write pieces in highly contrasting moods in very close proximity. But no composer took this process further than Beethoven with his Fifth and Seventh symphonies. This book aids the listener in getting beneath the surface of these two beloved symphonies, revealing that however disparate the expressive message, the language and style remain Beethoven's - a symphonic voice as powerful in struggle and victory as in relaxation and mediation. His famous Fifth Symphony, with an opening any child knows, became the standard for the Romantic, tragedy to triumph, "victory symphony." The sunny Seventh however represents a high-water mark of relaxed lyricism and painting in tones. On a superficial listening, they couldn't sound more different from one another. Yet by examining them more closely, they have more in common than their emotional trajectories might suggest.
Bibliography noteIncludes discography (pages 121-132).
LCCN 2008028620
ISBN0826429440 (pbk. : alk. paper)
ISBN9780826429445 (pbk. : alk. paper)

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Music Music Stacks ML410.B42 H87 2008 ✔ Available Place Hold