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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?

    Vienna, near Beethoven and Schubert.

    Which country is Brahms from?

    Germany

    What happened when Brahms moved to Vienna?

    <p>He became enormously successful.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Brahms only wrote orchestral music.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Brahms wrote all of his symphonies after he turned forty.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Brahms's Four Serious Songs were written in response to Clara Schumann's declining health.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Brahms's Symphony No. 3 in F major uses none of the forms often found in late eighteenth-century symphonies.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Brahms's compositional focus was programmatic music.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    By the Romantic era, music performances had moved from the palace to public concert halls.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many symphonies did Brahms write?

    <p>Four</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In his Symphony No. 3, Brahms incorporates a melodic motive from the first movement into the other movements.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which is NOT a genre in which Brahms composed?

    <p>Opera</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Johannes Brahms revered for?

    <p>Mastery in composing absolute music</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is music without a program, relying entirely on structures of sound for its expressive power, called?

    <p>Absolute music</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is NOT true of Brahms's personal motto?

    <p>Always a bachelor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Romantic symphony featured an orchestra larger than that of the Classical era.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The opening melody of the third movement in Brahms's Symphony No. 3 is given to which instrument?

    <p>Cellos</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which composer nurtured Brahms's talents, going as far as taking him into his home?

    <p>Robert Schumann</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How would you describe Brahms?

    <p>Traditionalist composer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which does NOT describe Brahms's musical style?

    <p>Supernatural as an element</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most important element in absolute music?

    <p>Form</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following characterizes the third movement of Brahms's Symphony No. 3?

    <p>All possible answers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Romantic symphony?

    <p>Shortened last movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about the Romantic-era symphony is true?

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    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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