In Chapter 25 (pp. 829-831), we learn about classical music and two of that genre's great composers -- Haydn and Mozart. Listen to one composition (or a symphony) by Haydn or Mozart. Identify the work that you have chosen, and describe your responses. Can you think of any Hollywood movies that have used Classical music as a soundtrack, or music very similar?
Sources:
Classical Music
Chapter 25 (pp. 828-831)
Haydn
- Symphony no. 94 ("Surprise): https://www.youtube.com/watch?
- Symphony no. 45 in F# minor: https://www.youtube.com/watch?
Mozart
- Symphony no. 40 in G minor https://www.youtube.com/watch?
- The Magic Flute; https://www.youtube.com/watch?
The singing part starts about 1:55 into this video, and notice how difficult her parts are by minute 2:40 or so.