Music of the Enlightenment Era

Music of the Enlightenment Era.

• We will be listening to several musical selections today.

• As you listen, imagine you are living during this time period.

Answer these questions

• Who is the composer?• What is the title of the piece?• Have you heard it before?• Identify one way to remember this piece and

composer. What makes it different? – The best way to do this is listen to the second

piece, and identify why its different than the first. Then listen to the third, and identify why its different than the second. Etc. etc. etc.

Bach

• One of the Great Musicians of all time

• Known for his scores used in religious ceremonies.

• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u7TqqxbyzD8 (8:10)

• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZ9qWpa2rIg

Handel

• Brought opera to the masses.

• He succeeded where Monteverdi had limited impact.

• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=76RrdwElnTU

Haydn

• The Enlightenment valued rationality, clarity, and restraint.

• Music should represent balance and craftsmanship.

• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lLjwkamp3lI

Mozart

• Began composing at the age of five.

• Known mostly for his operas.

• This: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8OZCyp-LcGw

• Not this: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eXs93KbBCgY