Question Description
For this assignment you will produce in 1000 words about beethoven’s symphony no 5 in c minor for this essay, you will need to discuss several key aspects of the work:
1. The first thing you will need to do is provide an historical background to the piece. When was it written, what was happening in Europe, what was happening in Beethoven’s life? How did Beethoven’s personal life effect the creation of the 5th symphony?
2. The next thing you will need to discuss is how beethoven uses sonata-allegro from the 5th symphony. Which movement use this form ? how did he use the 4 – note motive throughout the movement and the entire symphony ?
3. Briefly discuss some of the differences between Mozart and Beethoven’s styles. Were they both working within the same basic framework and understanding of how to compose? How did their composition styles differ ?
The goal is to produce a well-planned essay that show you have spent time thinking about this symphony in relation to our class discussion and the research you have done on it ?
BE SURE TO INCLUDE A BIBLIOGRAPHY
tips:
Listen to the symphony, it will help you understand the work and write a better paper.
Try to find all of the ways Beethoven uses the theme, melodically, rhythmically, in different keys, instruments, etc.
Keep track of things while listening. If there was a particular moment that struck you, write down where it occurred.