Piano Music of Mozart and Beethoven - Evolution of the Instrument - Lecture 18

Explore the evolution of the piano and its music in this 50-minute Yale University lecture. Trace the instrument's development from the harpsichord through the 20th century, examining various forms through photographs and paintings. Listen to recordings made on pianos owned by Mozart and Beethoven, gaining insight into their compositional styles. Discover how the piano's increasing range and power influenced composers like Liszt and Wagner. Enjoy a guest piano performance by Yale undergraduate Daniel Schlossberg, Jr., demonstrating the instrument's capabilities. Delve into the rich history of keyboard instruments and their impact on classical music composition.

- Chapter 1. The History of the Piano -- The Harpsichord.
- Chapter 2. Mozart's Exploration of the Pianoforte.
- Chapter 3. Beethoven's Music for his Broadwood Piano.
- Chapter 4. Increasing Range and Power -- The Graf Piano, Liszt, and Wagner.
- Chapter 5. Guest Piano Performance by Daniel Scholssberg, Jr..