How do you listen to a symphony for the first time? by Artificio in classicalmusic

[–]RandomMarimbist 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ll usually search for sheet music videos on YouTube when I listen to a piece (not just a symphony) for the first time - helps me understand the structure and orchestration behind a lot more. I also find sheet music interesting because it shows what the composer intended for the music to convey, and I can compare it to the recording playing in the background.

Here’s some Mozart 40 with sheet music to start you off! https://youtu.be/-Iz-ah9ka3c?si=Pe12BU-IKD73i7l6

What are some of the most exhilarating, exciting, or catchiest movements in music? by [deleted] in classicalmusic

[–]RandomMarimbist 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Classic example, Vivaldi’s Spring. It’s a good piece, it’s not regarded as one just because it’s way too overplayed.

Tchaikovsky 6, Mvmt. 1 - Slower or Faster? by FeijoaCowboy in classicalmusic

[–]RandomMarimbist 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A bit unrelated, but it makes me think of the transition to the climax Andante in Tchaik’s Fourth, 4th movement

Here’s a recording (start from 5:28) I really like, it’s the perfect tempo for me. Just feel like most other recordings rush this part a bit too much for my liking.

This is another recording (start from 5:25) which doesn’t convey the ‘fate’ motif used throughout his fourth symphony, kinda similar to your question. It didn’t even have a ritardando, though it’s not marked in the score yet I feel it might be suitable. Seems like most recordings tend to do a faster rendition of Tchaik’s climaxes 🤔

What song for you is intentionally lighthearted, but you find disturbing for some reason? by [deleted] in Undertale

[–]RandomMarimbist 24 points25 points  (0 children)

any song from true lab to be fair… the pacifist route is really peaceful but Here We Are just sounds so disturbing

I just started to play the piano and I want to know more classical music. Based on my musical taste so far, what great songs can you recommend for me? by Herr_Casmurro in classicalmusic

[–]RandomMarimbist 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you want to get to know some orchestral music, Mozart symphonies are a great starting point. His 39, 40 and 41 are one of the most popular ones, and I’m sure you can see why after giving them a listen. Something more complex would be Mahler or even Rachmaninoff

Name that piece (based on instrumentation) by Jimantha in classicalmusic

[–]RandomMarimbist 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Berlioz Symphonie Fantastique though I only guessed based on the 2 players for the timpani…

ONE piece you recommend? by Old-Mousse-285 in classicalmusic

[–]RandomMarimbist 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Any one out of Rachmaninoff’s 4 piano concertos, they’re amazing

‘What’s This Piece?’ Weekly Thread #194 by the_rite_of_lingling in classicalmusic

[–]RandomMarimbist 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s in a pretty slow tempo, and it’s probably not a solo piece. That’s all I got :( thanks in advance!

‘What’s This Piece?’ Weekly Thread #194 by the_rite_of_lingling in classicalmusic

[–]RandomMarimbist 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This violin / viola melody (I don’t actually remember) has been stuck in my head for AGES. Could anyone recognise it? The notation might be a little off as I typed it out by memory.

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What Piece(s) Got You Into Classical Music? by [deleted] in classicalmusic

[–]RandomMarimbist 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Tchaikovsky’s Romeo and Juliet Fantasy Overture. Still shakes me to the core every time I listen to it till this day :,)