An Introduction to Classical Music - Dec 9, 2023


Each week in "An Introduction to Classical Music" DJ Owen dissects a couple great pieces of classical music, diving deep into the history and theory behind pieces. By understanding what composers were feeling or what was happening in the world while they were writing pieces, we gain a better understanding and appreciation for the classical music.

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How a Great Symphony Was Written - Leonard Bernstein Discusses the First Movement of Beethoven's Eroica With Musical Illustrations


Leonard Bernstein

How a Great Symphony Was Written - Leonard Bernstein Discusses the First Movement of Beethoven's Eroica With Musical Illustrations by Leonard Bernstein

Symphony No. 3 in E-Flat Major, Op. 55 "Eroica": II. Marcia funebre. Adagio assai


Ludwig van Beethoven

Symphony No. 3 in E-Flat Major, Op. 55 "Eroica": II. Marcia funebre. Adagio assai by Ludwig van Beethoven

Symphony No. 3 in E-Flat Major, Op. 55 "Eroica": III. Scherzo - Allegro vivace


Leonard Bernstein

Symphony No. 3 in E-flat Major, Op. 55 "Eroica": IV. Finale. Allegro molto


Leonard Bernstein & New York Philharmonic

Symphony No. 3 in E-flat Major, Op. 55 "Eroica": IV. Finale. Allegro molto by Leonard Bernstein & New York Philharmonic