Composer - Beethoven - p. 70-72 Flashcards
When was Ludwig van Beethoven born?
1770
In which city was Beethoven born?
Bonn, Germany
What was Beethoven’s father’s profession?
Singer and instrumentalist at the court of the Elector in Cologne
True or False: Beethoven’s father was a supportive and caring parent.
False
At what age did Beethoven start lessons with Christian Neefe?
Ten
What position did Beethoven hold at the court chapel at the age of eleven and a half?
Assistant organist
What year did Beethoven move to Vienna? Or How old was Beethoven when he moved to Vienna?
- 22 years old.
Who did Beethoven study with in Vienna?
Haydn
Which three Viennese nobles supported Beethoven?
- Prince Lichnowsky
- Prince Lobkowitz
- Count Razumovsky
What significant personal struggle did Beethoven face starting in 1796?
Hearing loss
What is the name of the letter Beethoven wrote in 1802 regarding his struggles?
Heiligenstadt Testament
What was Beethoven’s last concert appearance as a pianist?
‘Archduke’ Piano Trio, op. 97
What significant innovation did Beethoven introduce in Symphony No. 5?
Replaced the Minuet and Trio with the Scherzo and Trio
How many piano sonatas did Beethoven compose? And give two nicknames.
32 piano sonatas in total. including: “Pathetique”, “Moonlight”, “Waldstein”, “Appassionata”, “Tempest” and “Hammerklavier”.
List the three periods of Beethoven’s compositional style.
- Early Period (1782 – 1802)
- Middle Period (1803-1815)
- Late Period (1815-1827)
What characterizes Beethoven’s Late Period?
Introspective and meditative style
Name one of Beethoven’s symphonies that includes a chorus.
Symphony No. 9 (Choral)
How many symphonies did Beethoven compose?
9
What is the title of Beethoven’s only opera?
Fidelio
What characterizes Beethoven’s Early Period?
Classical style traits
Strum und Drang influences
What characterizes Beethoven’s Middle Period?
More Romantic - increased chromaticism; unusual modulations
