City Ballet The Podcast

Episode 107: See the Music: Symphony in Three Movements

Feb 5, 2024
Explore the musical complexities and visual inspirations of Stravinsky's Symphony in Three Movements, from major to minor chords, cinematic influences, and the joyous finale symbolizing Allied victory. Delve into the tight construction, tension, dissonance, and the deliberate musical choices made by Stravinsky to convey conflict, tension, and triumph.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 6min
2
Exploration of Major and Minor Chords in Symphony's Second Movement
06:06 • 1min
3
Exploring the Cinematic and Historical Influences in the Symphony
07:34 • 4min
4
Exploring the Joyous Finale and Freedom of Interpretation in Symphony Music
11:53 • 2min