Beethoven Music: The Relevance Of Traditions

Name: Course Code: Institution: BEETHOVEN MUSIC Music is an art where the relevant information is passed by the composers to the public. In most cases, music is a reflection of the artists’ emotions and ideas of the political, social and economic issues of the times. In the history of European music, J.S. Bach and Beethoven have been accredited the best classical musicians of the times. They voiced their opinions through their music and their contribution to the music industry has left an indelible mark in history. This paper is aimed at discussing extensively Beethoven music that explains the relevance of traditions that came before him, his achievement and historical significance of his music as well as the influence he had on the music of the future. According to his biographer, Beethoven was a political composer. He loved the French rulings, particularly Napoleon (DeNora, 1). The political climate at the time influenced Beethoven to compose pieces such as Symphony No 3, where he expressed issues affecting the society such as freedom and justice. The traditions and cultural practices of the society influenced his works. According to Rosen (1), Haydn and Mozart were regarded as the best musicians in the 18th century, however, Beethoven was much better in his composition style since his artistry was based on the real-world events. He was able to write thematic messages of the community and the...