Mozart And Beethoven Comparison

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Mozart and Beethoven were composers of the classical period of the 1800’s. They were different as individuals as well as in the style of music. Mozart was an optimistic person, while Beethoven was an angry one. Additionally, they played for people of different status. Their lives and career were different and filled with challenges. This paper will focus on the differences and similarities of the styles of Mozart and Beethoven based on Symphony No. 41 in C Major by Mozart and Symphony no. 5 in C Minor by Beethoven, discuss the specific aspect of their works and a personal impact of this music.
Symphony No. 41 in C Major by Mozart gives the impression of slow music even in areas of rapid rhythm. Orchestra cuts in memory. First, it supports the play of the violins but then it quickly goes up creating harmony. Melody attracts with its lightness, a feeling of joy and excitement. The symphony of Mozart is easy to play it does not demand a high musical skills.
During the listening Symphony no. 5 in C Minor by Beethoven immediately felt a dynamic and loud music. However, it changes to a quieter one very quickly. This alternation presents throughout the symphony. As a result, there is tension. The change in intensity and number of instruments are felt throughout the melody. Some of the tunes create a sense …show more content…

Music by Mozart is clear. Every sound is crystal. Instead, a Beethoven symphony is full of muddy sounds. Additionally, symphony of Mozart is light and easy to hear. This can be explained by the fact that he wrote his masterpieces to the audience. However, Beethoven's music is filled with sad and dark moods. It can be explained by his loneliness and creating of his music for himself without thinking about the audience. The style of Mozart is marked by balance, simplicity and precision. However, Symphony no. 5 in C Minor is marked by

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