Attention to Detail: The Classical Music Listening Guide

Hannah is back to help break down Mahler's tragic Sixth Symphony, a massive and complicated piece that takes a while to break down! For your convenience, here is where we start talking about each movement: 1st Mvt: 12:30 2nd Mvt: 28:25 3rd Mvt: 39:45 4th Mvt: 50:15 And here is a link to the recording of the last movement we refer to!

We're joined today by Alex Amsel, Assistant Conductor of the Fort Worth Symphony and a friend of the pod, to break down Mahler's heavenly Fourth Symphony! www.attentiontodetailpod.com

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Embark on a musical journey with Mahler's Symphony No. 1, exploring its innovation and thematic complexity. Dive into the evolution of the symphony and its tumultuous premiere. Analyze Mahler's unique blend of classical and folk elements, emotional contrasts, and triumphant victory in this engaging breakdown.

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Explore the use of 'mapping' technique on Bob Dylan's lyrics, comparing them to Benjamin Britten's music. Delve into deciphering complex emotions in music, exploring the connection between music and language through poetry. Discuss abstract nature of music, interpreting imagery and connotations in a musical movement.