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To: nwrep
As to the Beethoven-Mozart clash, can`t we just enjoy them both? I mean for the stunningly beautiful Elvira Madigan, which you posted, there`s Beethoven`s sonata 14 and the haunting masterpiece of his 1st movement. I say enjoy them both and simply be glad they were able to leave to us the legacy of the gifts of their respective geniuses.

Bravo, gentlemen. Very well done, thank you.

17 posted on 01/27/2015 3:32:37 PM PST by nomad
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To: nomad

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18 posted on 01/27/2015 3:41:33 PM PST by nomad
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To: nomad
As to the Beethoven-Mozart clash, can`t we just enjoy them both?

No! I mean, yes. In terms of piano music, Beethoven outclasses Mozart completely. It's not even close. In terms of opera and sacred music, it's Mozart hands down. The rough and tumble comes when assessing the chamber music, especially the quartets. Symphonically, Ludwig beats Wolfgang, just for the 9th alone, but the 4th movement of the Jupiter is a miracle of polyphonic exuberance. The concerti are a tough call. They both shine so brilliantly. We mortals are blessed to hear either.

19 posted on 01/27/2015 3:42:52 PM PST by Sirius Lee (All that is required for evil to advance is for government to do "something")
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