Beethoven Symphony 5 Essay

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EXPLORATION OF HUMANITIES
Personal Analysis of Symphony #5 Movement 1, 1804-1808 by Ludwig van Beethoven
Task 2
Eugenia Washington
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Symphony #5 Movement 1, 1804-1808 by Ludwig van Beethoven is a very popular and beautiful piece. It is often used in introductions to Classical music. This piece is so notable most people without common knowledge or enthusiasm for classical music can name the song just by hearing it. Composed in the Neoclassical (Classical music) era, Symphony #5: 1st Movement presented the balance and order appreciated in that time period. The term "classical" in music can also be applied in a broader sense to all of the music of the style or tradition that follows the rules and principles of …show more content…

His deafness becomes more and more profound, rendering him almost completely deaf by 1817. Rather than permitting deafness to overpower him, Ludwig still composes music. Of course, this traumatic event took a profound toll on Beethoven's life and career. He was chaotic, depressive and isolated. His performances become sporadic if at all. Besides the fact he cannot hear properly, Beethoven still goes on to compose some of his most notable works during this time. His outstanding works incorporate his sixth and ninth symphonies, and his famous Moonlight Sonata. In 1802, it is noted that he wrote to his brother in the Heilligenstadt Testament that he wanted to die but music saved his life (Sunrise Magazine Online, nd).
. In opinion, music was the one thing that Ludwig could create, control and manipulate. It was truly the one gift that could not be stolen or keep from him. He was genuinely free when he composed and that freedom kept Ludwig thriving and with purpose. Music gave him structure and freedom that came naturally without effort so he gave these same qualities back in his music and to the world. On March 26, 1827, Ludwig van Beethoven succumbs to death after lifelong troubles with his health, love life, and finances. Beethoven is celebrated posthumously, even more than in life. His legacy will always be noted throughout music history and basics. He was undeniably a creative genius and necessary root in music that influences us even to this

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