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The UniqueTracks Radio Orchestra presents a new recording of the glorious Fifth Symphony by Beethoven and his famous Pastoral Symphony No. 6
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Beethoven's music straddles the Classical Era (1730 ñ 1820) and the Romantic Era (1815 ñ 1910) of western concert music. In fact, Beethoven's music did much to usher in the new Romanticism which based itself on the Enlightenment sensibilities blooming in Europe at the time. His symphonies are constantly performed by orchestras around the world.
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If one could only pick a single symphony for a time capsule that would give evidence of what an orchestral symphony was, that example would most likely be Beethoven's Fifth Symphony. It's famous opening 4 note motif is perhaps the most well known phrase in all of western classical music.
This symphony is constantly rewarding, no matter how many times one hears it. Each movement has its own personality yet the entire symphony can be formally linked to the opening 4 note phrase.
The Sixth Symphony also known as the Pastoral Symphony (1808) is an expression of Beethoven's love of nature. In fact Beethoven seemed to find peace being in nature - a peace that seemed to escape him in the daily affairs of his personal life. Each movement of the symphony is an attempt to portray a scene from nature. Beethoven named each as:
Mvt1. Awaking the emotions full of life upon arriving in the village
Mvt2. Scene at the creek
Mvt3. Joyful reunion of peasants
Mvt4. The Tempest
Mvt5. Feelings of joy and gratitude after the Storm
Mvt 1 Symphony No 5 Op 67
Mvt 1 from Symphony No. 5 in C Minor (Op. 67) by Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827). First published in 1808. Perhaps second only to Vivaldi's Four Seasons, the first movement of Beethoven's Fifth Symphony is one of the most famous and most recognized pieces of music in the world. The opening C Minor motif in the lower strings is immediately gripping and ominous. (7:13)
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Mvt 2 Symphony No 5 Op 67
Mvt 2 from Symphony No. 5 in C Minor (Op. 67) by Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827). Another great movement from Beethoven's Fifth Symphony, this one sets a triumphant and heroic mood. (9:17)
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Mvt 3 & 4, Symphony No 5 Op 67
Scherzo & Allegro, Mvt 3 and Mvt 4 from Symphony No. 5 in C Minor (Op. 67) by Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827). These two movements form the jubilant and exhilarating conclusion to Beethoven's Fifth Symphony. (14:01)
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| Beethoven Symphonies Vol. 3 - Volume 10 from the Repertoire Series contains 8 tracks presenting over one hour of Beethoven's symphonic royalty free music. |
| Please listen to the rest of Beethoven Symphonies Vol. 3. Short keywords and descriptions are provided to give you a sense of each cue. |
Mvt 1 Symphony No 6 op 68 (Pastoral)
Allegro, Mvt 1 from Symphony No. 6 in F major (Op. 68) by Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827). First published in 1808. Named the Pastoral Symphony, it is an attempt by Beethoven to transfer nature or "country life" into musical form. This first movement, with its beautiful melody, provides a winning example of Beethoven's idea. (9:06)
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Mvt 2 Symphony No 6 op 68 (Pastoral)
Andante, Mvt 2 from Symphony No. 6 in F major (Op. 68) by Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827). One of Beethoven's most beautiful and serene compositions. The strings play notes that emulate flowing water. Towards the end of the movement the woodwinds emulate bird calls including nightingale (flute), quail (oboe), and cuckoo (clarinet). (10:19)
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Mvt 3 Symphony No 6 op 68 (Pastoral)
Allegro, Mvt 3 from Symphony No. 6 in F major (Op. 68) by Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827). Here in the third movement Beethoven is conveyng a country folk dance and a night of boisterous reveling. (3:09)
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Mvt 4 Symphony No 6 op 68 (Pastoral)
Allegro, Mvt 4 from Symphony No. 6 in F major (Op. 68) by Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827). This fourth movement is a portrayal of a violent thunderstorm. Beginning with just a few drops of rain and building to a huge downpour. (3:22)
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Mvt 5 Symphony No 6 op 68 (Pastoral)
Allegretto, Mvt 5 from Symphony No. 6 in F major (Op. 68) by Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827). A beautiful melody is featured here. This 5th movement is the shepards' song of thanksgiving. The movement starts quietly gradually building to a final joyful mood. (8:46)
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Beethoven symphonies are among of the most beloved treasures of western culture. They are constantly performed around the world. Please listen to Vol. 1, Vol. 2 and Vol. 4 of our Beethoven Symphony collection.
Used as underscore, this music will create a dramatic and well-recognized soundtrack. Using music in this way gives your project an identifiable hook - a type of musical branding. Listener's past associations with the music get transferred into your work adding a powerful voice to your production. Pick up Beethoven Symphonies Vol. 3 today.
Performed by the UniqueTracks Radio Orchestra
For our recording sessions we asked leading musicians from the large well-known national orchestras of Eastern Europe (Romania, Slovenia, Czech Republic, Slovakia) to form a new, unique symphony orchestra for the purpose of recording the greatest music of the classical repertoire. Hence, The UniqueTracks Radio Orchestra was born.
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