Classical Period
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791)
Eine Kleine Nachtmusik (1787)
- Child prodigy
- Began composing at age 5 - Played the violin and keyboard - Traveled extensively as a child and performed with his sister in palaces for kings and queens - Though only lived for 35 years, he composed over 600 pieces. |
- classical ideal: balance, elegance
- A-B-A form to show symmetry - List all four instruments playing this piece. - Think back on the Brandenburg Concerto by Bach, which one of these two do you prefer? Why? (Give musical reasons) |
The comedy duo I talked about in class (Notice their Act's name!)
Mozart's first composition, at age 5!
-- notice how it is in ABA Form
Mozart Rap!!!
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