The most intriguing out of the six musical periods was the Twentieth-Century Period. The most interesting part about this period is the advancement of people and society as a whole. In the past hundred years or so, we have improved and added to all of the art and technology at a faster rate than ever before. Because of this, as the textbook states, “composers achieved similar effects with innovative tonalities and instrumental textures, setting the stage for a century or more of stylistic exploration.
I chose to listen to Igor Stravinski’s “The Rite of Spring” written in the year 1913. This composition happens to have a lot less brass instruments than western art music written during The Classical Period. There were many more flute sounding instruments, chimes and symbols that gave off a very uptempo and refreshing vibe.
Hi Sam! I find it interesting that you chose to discuss the 20th Century period. It is cool that you compared the advancements in societies in that time to the progression of music in that time. That’s a very unique lens to look at the world in, through each society’s musical progression.
Hi Sam! I felt so excited that we both chose the music of the 20th century. I like the composer you choose for this period Igor Stravinsky. The musical theme of “Rite of Spring” is the sacrifice for the new beginning – for the good of the people and the land. As I read about “Rite of Spring” in my drama class in the previous semester, so I keep interested in your writings. To explore the composition of this music I want to add more in your writings. The music behind the studio is the terribly jarring sound of drum and sharp sound of the flute which I thought a symbol of the terrifying situation of sacrifice. Although the piece itself is one of the most interestingly history related and it’s one of my favorite music.