Thank you Jonny, I really appreciate your kind words. I will eventually make it to the Appassionata (it is #26 on the list so it won't be too long), so I'll definitely take a look at what you wrote. It is my favorite Beethoven sonata, so I can't wait to read what you have to say about it.
The Eroica was rather exhausting, and even though I love it, I will now be taking a break from it for a while! I'm still learning a lot about the process of writing, and I'm learning so much all the time about the composers, the pieces of music, and the background history. But I'm enjoying it.
Thanks again for reaching out and for the encouragement! Be well.
This is such a wonderful and thoughtful analysis. I agree that the second movement is the heart and soul, and that's why I've neglected to listen to the symphony as a whole in a while. But this writing got me back to it and appreciating it so much more. Thank you, John!
I've always been partial to Bernstein or the Berlin Philharmonic when it comes to the Romantics, but I love hearing--almost unlocking--a new kind of Beethoven through another composer/musician.
I'm eager for your analysis on Appassionata (unless I've missed it somewhere). I saw that it's also your favorite of the sonatas. I attempted to write about it this past weekend and would absolutely love to hear your thoughts/feedback. In any case, I'm excited to read yours.
Thank you Jonny, I really appreciate your kind words. I will eventually make it to the Appassionata (it is #26 on the list so it won't be too long), so I'll definitely take a look at what you wrote. It is my favorite Beethoven sonata, so I can't wait to read what you have to say about it.
The Eroica was rather exhausting, and even though I love it, I will now be taking a break from it for a while! I'm still learning a lot about the process of writing, and I'm learning so much all the time about the composers, the pieces of music, and the background history. But I'm enjoying it.
Thanks again for reaching out and for the encouragement! Be well.
This is such a wonderful and thoughtful analysis. I agree that the second movement is the heart and soul, and that's why I've neglected to listen to the symphony as a whole in a while. But this writing got me back to it and appreciating it so much more. Thank you, John!
I've always been partial to Bernstein or the Berlin Philharmonic when it comes to the Romantics, but I love hearing--almost unlocking--a new kind of Beethoven through another composer/musician.
I'm eager for your analysis on Appassionata (unless I've missed it somewhere). I saw that it's also your favorite of the sonatas. I attempted to write about it this past weekend and would absolutely love to hear your thoughts/feedback. In any case, I'm excited to read yours.