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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the nineteenth-century symphony?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the nineteenth-century symphony?
- Emphasis on melody
- Large orchestra
- Complex structure
- Small orchestra with limited winds (correct)
Where is Brahms buried?
Where is Brahms buried?
Vienna, near Beethoven and Schubert.
Which country is Brahms from?
Which country is Brahms from?
Germany
What happened when Brahms moved to Vienna?
What happened when Brahms moved to Vienna?
Brahms only wrote orchestral music.
Brahms only wrote orchestral music.
Brahms wrote all of his symphonies after he turned forty.
Brahms wrote all of his symphonies after he turned forty.
Brahms's Four Serious Songs were written in response to Clara Schumann's declining health.
Brahms's Four Serious Songs were written in response to Clara Schumann's declining health.
Brahms's Symphony No. 3 in F major uses none of the forms often found in late eighteenth-century symphonies.
Brahms's Symphony No. 3 in F major uses none of the forms often found in late eighteenth-century symphonies.
Brahms's compositional focus was programmatic music.
Brahms's compositional focus was programmatic music.
By the Romantic era, music performances had moved from the palace to public concert halls.
By the Romantic era, music performances had moved from the palace to public concert halls.
How many symphonies did Brahms write?
How many symphonies did Brahms write?
In his Symphony No. 3, Brahms incorporates a melodic motive from the first movement into the other movements.
In his Symphony No. 3, Brahms incorporates a melodic motive from the first movement into the other movements.
Which is NOT a genre in which Brahms composed?
Which is NOT a genre in which Brahms composed?
What is Johannes Brahms revered for?
What is Johannes Brahms revered for?
What is music without a program, relying entirely on structures of sound for its expressive power, called?
What is music without a program, relying entirely on structures of sound for its expressive power, called?
Which statement is NOT true of Brahms's personal motto?
Which statement is NOT true of Brahms's personal motto?
The Romantic symphony featured an orchestra larger than that of the Classical era.
The Romantic symphony featured an orchestra larger than that of the Classical era.
The opening melody of the third movement in Brahms's Symphony No. 3 is given to which instrument?
The opening melody of the third movement in Brahms's Symphony No. 3 is given to which instrument?
Which composer nurtured Brahms's talents, going as far as taking him into his home?
Which composer nurtured Brahms's talents, going as far as taking him into his home?
How would you describe Brahms?
How would you describe Brahms?
Which does NOT describe Brahms's musical style?
Which does NOT describe Brahms's musical style?
What is the most important element in absolute music?
What is the most important element in absolute music?
Which of the following characterizes the third movement of Brahms's Symphony No. 3?
Which of the following characterizes the third movement of Brahms's Symphony No. 3?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Romantic symphony?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Romantic symphony?
Which statement about the Romantic-era symphony is true?
Which statement about the Romantic-era symphony is true?
Study Notes
Brahms and His Symphony
- Brahms is a prominent German composer, known for his significant contributions to classical music.
- He composed four symphonies, all written after he turned forty years old.
- His Symphony No. 3 in F major is notable for incorporating a melodic motive from its first movement into subsequent movements.
Brahms's Life and Background
- Brahms is buried in Vienna, adjacent to the graves of Beethoven and Schubert.
- He moved to Vienna, where he achieved considerable success as a composer.
- His personal motto, often misattributed, is not "Always a bachelor."
Characteristics of Brahms's Music
- Brahms is revered for his mastery of absolute music, which prioritizes structure and sound over narrative or programmatic elements.
- He did not limit himself to orchestral music; his works encompass various genres except opera.
- His musical style is characterized by traditional elements, lacking supernatural themes.
Romantic Symphony Elements
- The nineteenth-century symphony featured larger orchestras compared to the Classical era.
- Performances transitioned from palaces to public concert halls, emphasizing accessibility.
- The first movement of a Romantic symphony is typically the most dramatic, often utilizing sonata-allegro form.
Brahms's Influences and Relationships
- Robert Schumann played a pivotal role in nurturing Brahms's talents, even inviting him into his home.
- Brahms's Four Serious Songs responded to the declining health of Clara Schumann, showcasing his personal connections influencing his work.
Key Facts about Brahms's Symphony No. 3
- The third movement's opening melody is presented by the cellos.
- The characteristics of the third movement align with various expressive elements present in his music.
- Misconceptions exist regarding certain traits of Brahms's work, such as focusing solely on programmatic music or major deviations from classical forms.
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