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Music and Emotion Through Time

Offered By: TED-Ed via YouTube

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TED-Ed Courses Classical Music Courses Opera Courses Music History Courses Remixing Courses

Course Description

Overview

Embark on an epic journey through the evolution of classical music in this 20-minute TED-Ed talk by Michael Tilson Thomas. Explore the fundamental elements that define music and discover how written notation, recording technology, and remixing have shaped its development over time. Delve into the silent partner of music, the birth of opera, and the emergence of grand musical forms. Gain insights into the significance of pauses in compositions and learn about a remarkable young symphonist. From Leonardo da Vinci's influence to the intricacies of boy symphonies, this comprehensive overview offers a fascinating perspective on the interplay between music and emotion throughout history.

Syllabus

Intro
The two things that matter in music
What is music
The silent partner
Notation
Leonardo da Vinci
The birth of opera
The big forms
When the music stops
A boy symphony


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TED-Ed

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